Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet 14's

Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is 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: Saxagliptin (dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor) and Dapagliflozin (sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors). Saxagliptin enhances glucose-mediated insulin secretion. Thus, it 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.

Qtern 5mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs: 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.

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

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. 

• 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.