Ashley Wong, Pharm. D.

Medical reviewer and writer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Ashley has worked for healthcare companies, where she translated complex drug information into easy-to-understand language for patients. She also served as a senior medical information specialist at a medical communications company, where she delivered clinically accurate drug information to healthcare providers and patients and compiled adverse event reports in accordance with the FDA's reporting guidelines.

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An alarm clock with two Rx tablets: How long does it take for trazodone to work?

How long does it take for trazodone to work?

For depression, trazodone typically begins working within a week

Sleep mask with two Rx pills: Does gabapentin help you sleep?

Does gabapentin help you sleep?

Gabapentin may be prescribed off-label for sleep. It has been show to improve sleep quality and deep sleep. Learn when and how much gabapentin you should take for sleep.

Hand holding an Rx capsule: Can amoxicillin treat STDs?

Can amoxicillin treat STDs?

Ammoxicillin isn’t typically the preferred treatment for STDs, but it may still be effective for treating chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis

Three open OTC pill bottles: Can you get phentermine over the counter?

Can you get phentermine over the counter?

While phentermine is only available with a prescription, there are some weight loss drugs that can be purchased over-the-counter

Three Rx pill bottles: Lamotrigine interactions

Lamotrigine interactions to avoid

In addition to drugs, lamotrigine may interact with cannabis and certain health conditions

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Sucralfate interactions

Sucralfate interactions to avoid

In addition to prescription drugs, sucralfate can interact with certain vitamins and conditions

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Aripiprazole interactions

Aripiprazole interactions to avoid

In addition to prescription medications, aripiprazole may interact with alcohol, herbal supplements, cannabis, and certain health conditions

A stack of papers with a stethoscope on top and a doctor in the background writing something: Wegovy prior authorization blue cross blue shield

Wegovy prior authorization criteria: Blue Cross Blue Shield

Insurers like Blue Cross Blue Shield may not agree to cover certain medications unless a healthcare provider submits a prior authorization form showing it’s medically necessary

Two blood test vials: Understanding A/G ratio results

Health Education

Understanding A/G ratio results

A high A/G ratio occurs when there are high levels of albumin in the blood or low levels of globulin

Spilled bottle of pills: Dramamine interactions

Dramamine interactions to avoid

Before starting any new prescription or OTC medications, ask a healthcare provider or pharmacist if it’s safe to take alongside Dramamine

Rx pill bottle with Rx prescription pad: Naltrexone interactions

Naltrexone interactions to avoid

Naltrexone may interact with drugs that contain opioids

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