
Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH
Medical Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH, is a board-certified family physician, writer, editor, teacher, and consultant. She is a graduate of University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, trained at West Suburban Family Medicine in Oak Park, Illinois. She later completed a fellowship in community medicine at PCC Community Wellness and a master's in Public Health at the University of Illinois-Chicago. She lives with her family near Chicago.
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Oxcarbazepine side effects and how to avoid them
Oxcarbazepine side effects include dizziness, double vision, sleepiness, and weight gain
Oct. 19, 2022

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Loratadine side effects and how to avoid them
Loratadine side effects include heart palpitations, weight gain, and drowsiness
Oct. 19, 2022

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Pravastatin side effects and how to avoid them
Pravastatin side effects include flu-like symptoms, chest pain, muscle pain, and headache
Oct. 17, 2022

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Guanfacine side effects and how to avoid them
Guanfacine side effects include weight gain, mood swings, and insomnia
Oct. 13, 2022

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Venlafaxine side effects and how to avoid them
Venlafaxine side effects include sexual dysfunction, weight changes, urinary retention and sleepiness
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Tamsulosin side effects and how to avoid them
Tamsulosin side effects include ejaculation problems and chest pain
Oct. 6, 2022

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Prednisone side effects and how to avoid them
Prednisone side effects include insomnia, weight gain, hair loss, and constipation
Sep. 30, 2022

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Atomoxetine side effects and how to avoid them
Atomoxetine side effects include dry mouth, headache, and stomach pain
Sep. 28, 2022

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How much is topiramate without insurance?
Topiramate can be costly without insurance. Learn how to get topiramate at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Aug. 30, 2022

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How much is bupropion without insurance?
Bupropion can be costly without insurance. Learn how to get bupropion at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Aug. 30, 2022

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Simvastatin side effects and how to avoid them
Simvastatin side effects include myopathy, constipation, and sleep problems
Aug. 29, 2022