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  3. Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet 14's

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS

Composition :

DAPAGLIFLOZIN-10MG + SAXAGLIPTIN-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Astra Zeneca Pharma India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDIABETICS

Country of origin

Sweden

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Corporate & Registered Office, Block N1, 12th Floor, Manyata Embassy Business Park, Rachenahalli, Outer Ring Road, 560045, Bangalore
Other Info - QTE0007

Author Details

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Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Hari Kumar

Reviewed By

Hari Kumar

MBBS

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:40 AM IST

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet to prevent unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

It is not known if Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet passes into breast milk. Therefore, avoid taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Caution

Generally, Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet does not affect your ability to drive. However, in some cases, Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet might cause dizziness or low blood sugar levels leading to sweating, shakiness, and changes in vision. Therefore, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2312.pdf
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/209091s000lbl.pdf
  3. https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/product-information/qtern-epar-product-information_en.pdf
  4. https://www.drugs.com/pregnancy/dapagliflozin-saxagliptin.html

About Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet

Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet belongs to the group of anti-diabetic medicines used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus adjunct to diet and exercise. Type-2 diabetes mellitus is also known as non-insulin-dependent diabetes or adult-onset diabetes. Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is not indicated to treat diabetic ketoacidosis or type-1 diabetes mellitus.
 
Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Saxagliptin (dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor) and Dapagliflozin (sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors). Saxagliptin enhances glucose-mediated insulin secretion, thereby reduces fasting and post-prandial blood sugar concentrations. Dapagliflozin removes excess sugar from the body via urine. Together, Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet helps treat type-2 diabetes mellitus.
 
You are advised to take Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as urinary tract infection, hypoglycaemia, upper respiratory tract infection, and dyslipidaemia. You are advised to consult your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Avoid taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.  Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet as it might cause unpleasant side-effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Uses of Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet

Type-2 diabetes mellitus

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Medicinal Benefits

Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Saxagliptin and Dapagliflozin. Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet belongs to the group of anti-diabetic medicines used to treat type-2 diabetes mellitus adjunct to diet and exercise. Saxagliptin is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor that enhances glucose-mediated insulin secretion, thereby reducing fasting and post-prandial blood sugar concentrations. Dapagliflozin is a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor that removes excess sugar from the body via urine. Together, Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet helps treat type-2 diabetes mellitus.

Directions for Use

Take Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet with or after food. Swallow Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not break, chew or crush it.

Side Effects of Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet

  • Urinary tract infection
  • Hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels)
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Dyslipidaemia (high levels of lipids)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have type-1 diabetes mellitus, pancreas disorder, AIDS, reduced kidney function, diabetic ketoacidosis, heart disease, liver problems, high/low blood pressure, infections, if you are older than 75years, if you are taking insulin, sulphonylurea or pioglitazone. Avoid taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet as it might cause unpleasant side-effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DapagliflozinGatifloxacin
Critical
SaxagliptinGatifloxacin
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DapagliflozinGatifloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet with Gatifloxacin may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both low blood glucose and, less frequently, high blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Gatifloxacin can be taken with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience symptoms such as nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremor, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, increased urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. Maintaining blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
SaxagliptinGatifloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet with Gatifloxacin may sometimes affect blood glucose levels. Both high blood glucose and, less frequently, low blood glucose have been reported.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet can be taken with Gatifloxacin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience nervousness, confusion, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, tremors, nausea, hunger, weakness, perspiration, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, urination, thirst, and hunger. Monitoring blood glucose levels is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
DapagliflozinAliskiren
Severe
How does the drug interact with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet with Aliskiren may increase the risk of dehydration and low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to use Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet and Aliskiren together, a doctor may adjust the dose and monitor you more frequently. However, if you experience dizziness, fainting, headache, lightheadedness, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
SaxagliptinBexarotene
Severe
How does the drug interact with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Bexarotene and Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet can increase the risk of developing pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Bexarotene and Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like persistent nausea, vomiting, abdominal tenderness, and upper abdominal pain, especially that which is made worse after eating or radiates to the back, consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
SaxagliptinTirzepatide
Moderate
How does the drug interact with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet:
As tirzepatide and Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet both work through similar pathways in the body, it is possible that using them together may result in an increase in side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • DILTIAZEM

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No

Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood glucose levels while taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet .
  • Try not to skip any doses and take Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you.
  • Your urine will test positive for sugar whilst on treatment with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet . Inform the person doing the test that you are taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet .
  • Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet might cause changes in laboratory tests such as creatinine renal clearance and haematocrit. Inform the person doing the test that you are taking Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet .
  • Kidney function should be checked before starting and whilst on treatment with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet . 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include foods rich in healthy carbohydrates and fibre, fruits, whole grains, and vegetables in your diet.
  • Try eating food at regular intervals. Do not skip meals. Also, try not to overeat.
  • Follow a healthy diet and walk for at least 45 minutes to complement treatment with Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet .
  • Maintain a healthy weight by exercising regularly.
  • Rest properly, avoid stress by doing meditation or yoga.

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