Ertugliflozin and metformin and Qtern

• Generic Name: ertugliflozin / metformin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Segluromet

Ertugliflozin and metformin helps control blood sugar levels. Ertugliflozin works by helping the kidneys get rid of glucose from your bloodstream. Metformin works by helping your liver release lower amounts of sugar into your blood.

Ertugliflozin and metformin is a combination medicine used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. ertugliflozin and metformin is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Ertugliflozin and metformin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• 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.