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Chad Shaffer, MD

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
Chad Shaffer, MD, earned his medical doctorate from Penn State University and completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics. He has provided full-service primary care to all ages for over 15 years, building a practice from start up to over 3,000 patients. His passion is educating patients on their health and treatment, so they can make well-informed decisions.
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Two syringes with "vs" between them: Fasenra vs. Nucala
Drug vs. Drug

Fasenra vs. Nucala: Differences, similarities & side effects

Both of these drugs are biologics that need to be purchased from a specialty pharmacy
A syringe and a pill with "vs" between them: Emgality vs. Nurtec
Drug vs. Drug

Emgality vs. Nurtec: Differences, similarities & side effects

These migraine medications are very different despite belonging to the same drug class
An injection and an oval tablet with "vs" between them: Nurtec vs. Aimovig
Drug vs. Drug

Nurtec vs. Aimovig: Differences, similarities & side effects

Despite belonging to the same drug class, the two migraine medications are quite different
An Rx pill bottle with blue and white capsules: Can you take phentermine and Adderall?
Drug Info

Can you take phentermine and Adderall?

Phentermine and Adderall may be taken with the guidance of a healthcare provider
Two Rx tablets: Can you take diclofenac with ibuprofen?
Drug Info

Can you take diclofenac with ibuprofen?

Combining diclofenac with ibuprofen can lead to unwanted side effects because of the interactions between these NSAIDs
An Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Does propranolol cause weight gain?
Drug Info

Does propranolol cause weight gain?

Propranolol has been known to cause some weight gain
A frying pan of ground beef, olive oil, and sardines | Blood type o positive diet food list
Wellness

The O positive blood diet

Peter D’Adamo, ND, suggests you should follow a diet tailored to your specific blood type to improve digestion and energy levels
A stethoscope with a heart shaped stress ball between the earpieces: What is the QT interval and why is it important?
Health Education

What is the QT interval and why is it important?

The QT interval is the time it takes for your heart to contract and then reset for the next beat. It's important because if the QT interval is too long or too short, it can lead to serious heart rhythm problems
An ibuprofen tablet and an Rx pill: Can you take ibuprofen with Paxlovid?
Drug Info

Can you take ibuprofen with Paxlovid?

Yes, it is generally safe to take ibuprofen during a course of Paxlovid
An Rx pill bottle: How do you adjust levothyroxine if TSH is high?
Drug Info

How do you adjust levothyroxine if TSH is high?

Fatigue, weight gain, and hair loss are signs of high TSH and an indication your lovothyroxine dose might be too low
Rx prescription pad and Rx pill bottle: Contrave without insurance
Drug Info

How much is Contrave without insurance?

Contrave costs $830 without insurance. Learn how to get Contrave at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
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