Georgia C. Yalanis, MD

Medical Writer

Georgia C. Yalanis, MD, MSc, is a physician-scientist with expertise in “bench-to-bedside” medicine. She uses translational medicine applications to help clients and companies create products that are scientifically and technologically advanced while still being clinically useful. She has worked in the regulatory and biotech space and has a passion for individuals being empowered to make informed decisions about their medical and health care.

Sign up for health updates in your inbox

Articles

Syringe full of injectable medicine: Common vs. serious Cosentyx side effects

How to avoid Cosentyx side effects

Cosentyx side effects include diarrhea, injection site irritation, and risk of infection

Three prescription bottles with a question mark: Compare Ativan alternatives

List of Ativan alternatives

Ativan doesn't work for everyone. Valium, Xanax, buspirone, Seroquel, and Benadryl are some Ativan alternatives. Get the full list here.

Spilled prescription bottle of pills: Dexilant side effects

How to avoid Dexilant side effects

Hypomagnesemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, and fundic gland polyps are common Dexilant side effects with long-term use

Prescription pill bottle spilled: Compare common vs. serious nifedipine side effects

Nifedipine side effects and how to avoid them

Headache, weight gain, and swelling are common nifedipine side effects. Learn how long side effects of nifedipine last and how to avoid them.

Spilled prescription bottle of pills: Common vs. serious Synthroid side effects

Synthroid side effects and how to avoid them

Common Synthroid side effects include weight changes, headache, and hair loss

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Common vs. serious naltrexone side effects

Naltrexone side effects and how to avoid them

Nausea, fatigue, and loss of appetite are some common naltrexone side effects

Spilled prescription bottle of pills: Common vs serious levofloxacin side effects

Levofloxacin side effects and how to avoid them

Muscle pain, tendinitis, kidney injury, and allergic reactions are less common but possible levofloxacin side effects

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Common vs. serious Augmentin side effects

Augmentin side effects and how to avoid them

Headache, diarrhea, and heartburn are common Augmentin side effects but they often go away within a few days of treatment

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Common vs. serious fentanyl side effects

Fentanyl side effects and how to avoid them

Up to 29% of patients who are prescribed opioids misuse them. Fentanyl high, withdrawal, and overdose are possible fentanyl side effects.

Spilled prescription bottle of pills: Compare common and serious lithium side effects

Lithium side effects and how to avoid them

Weight gain is a common side effect of lithium, but it can also cause serious reactions like serotonin syndrome or toxicity. Learn the warning signs of lithium side effects.

Three prescription pill bottles with a question mark: What are the side effects of ciprofloxacin?

Ciprofloxacin side effects and how to avoid them

Nausea, neuropathy, and tendon damage are possible ciprofloxacin side effects. Learn about the common and serious side effects of this antibiotic.

« Previous 1 2 3 Next »