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Qtern 5/10 TM
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Active ingredients: saxagliptin + dapagliflozin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: QTERN 5/10 saxagliptin (as hydrochloride) / dapagliflozin (as propanediol monohydrate) 5 mg / 10 mg film-coated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
QTERN 5/10 is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise, in combination with metformin, to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus when treatment with both saxagliptin and dapagliflozin is appropriate.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- Light brown to brown, biconvex, round, film-coated tablet, with 5/10 printed on one side, and 1122 printed on the other side, in blue ink
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 28 pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient saxagliptin + dapagliflozin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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