Dapagliflozin and Saxagliptin
Qtern is a brand-name combination medication containing dapagliflozin and saxagliptin, used to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is typically prescribed when diet, exercise, and a single medication are not sufficient to manage blood glucose levels.
Qtern is a two-drug combination medication for type 2 diabetes that helps lower blood sugar through complementary mechanisms.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1925499
- Generic
- Qtern
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Qtern is indicated for use in adults with type 2 diabetes to improve glycemic control when used alongside diet and exercise. It may be used as initial therapy or for patients already taking either component.
Qtern combines two complementary mechanisms: dapagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that helps the kidneys remove excess glucose through urine, while saxagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that enhances insulin secretion and reduces glucagon release in a glucose-dependent manner.
Qtern is not for use in type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis. Common side effects may include urinary tract infections, genital fungal infections, and upper respiratory infections. Patients should be monitored for dehydration, kidney function, and signs of pancreatitis. As with other diabetes medications, blood sugar should be monitored regularly.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy