Bethkis and Qtern

• Generic Name: tobramycin
• Dosage Forms: respiratory solution
• Other Brand Names: Bethkis, Kitabis Pak, Tobi, TOBI Podhaler

Tobramycin inhalation is used to treat lung infections in patients with cystic fibrosis. It is breathed into the lungs through the mouth to treat infections caused by the Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria.

Tobramycin belongs to a class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: dapagliflozin / saxagliptin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Qtern

Qtern contains a combination of dapagliflozin and saxagliptin. Dapagliflozin and saxagliptin are oral diabetes medicines that help control blood sugar levels. Dapagliflozin works by helping the kidneys get rid of glucose from your bloodstream. Saxagliptin works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating.

Qtern is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Qtern is also used to lower the risk of death from heart attack, stroke, or heart failure in adults with type 2 diabetes who also have heart disease.

Qtern is not for treating type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.