Insulin Potentiated Therapy combined with chemotherapy helps to lower the blood glucose levels while administering a low dose of chemotherapy in order to make the cancer cells more receptive to the cancer treatment.
IPT and low-dose chemotherapy
Insulin potentiation therapy, or IPT, uses insulin alongside lower doses of chemotherapy as part of an integrative cancer treatment approach.
Medically reviewed by Dr Nopparat Suwannasuk (Dr Jan), Integrative Medicine Specialist. Last reviewed 2026-09-30.
01 / How it works
How IPT & Low-Dose Chemotherapy works
02 / When it is considered
When this treatment may be considered
IPT at Verita Life involves several steps under complete medical supervision. First, the patient will be given insulin before the blood glucose levels are monitored. Once the blood glucose levels are at the appropriate treatment point, a low dose of chemotherapy will also be administered.
03 / Your treatment session
What to expect
- Medical Review
- Before you start any treatment at Verita Life, our medical team will review your health and current treatment history to understand more about you and your needs, before we determine if IPT is appropriate. During every session your insulin and blood glucose levels will be managed and monitored before the chemotherapy is administered.
- Low Dose
- At Verita Life we usually use approximately 10-15% of a conventional chemotherapy dose, although the exact amount will depend on your individual treatment plan.
- Timing & Frequency
- Verita Life’s IPT sessions can take between 45 and 60 minutes, although this can vary from patient to patient. We usually offer our sessions once or twice per week, however the actual schedule will be determined by your medical team and the other treatments you might be undergoing.
04 / Care at Verita Life
Your care at Verita Life
Our treatment discussions should include your current oncology plan and the options available to you. Bring diabetes medicines and glucose-monitoring information if relevant. Do not reduce or interrupt prescribed cancer treatment on your own.
05 / Risks and limitations
Risks and limitations
Both insulin and chemotherapy treatments must be carried out under the appropriate medical supervision, much like in a traditional hospital environment. Like with many medical treatments, insulin administration can have its risks, specifically hypoglycaemia.
06 / Questions
Questions patients ask
Is metronomic treatment the same as IPT?
No, metronomic chemotherapy and Insulin Potentiation Therapy (IPT) are not the same. While both involve using lower doses of chemotherapy than traditional high-dose regimens, metronomic does not utilise Insulin and the treatments rely on entirely different biological mechanisms and protocols.
Discuss your care with our team
Talk with our medical team about your diagnosis, current treatment, and the options you are considering.