Gerardo Sison, Pharm.D.

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Gerardo Sison, Pharm.D., graduated from the University of Florida. He has worked in both community and hospital settings providing drug information and medication therapy management services. As a medical writer, he hopes to educate and empower patients to better manage their health and navigate their treatment plans.

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Rx pill bottles: How much does Armour Thyroid cost without insurance

How much is Armour Thyroid without insurance?

Armour Thyroid can be costly without insurance. Learn how to get Armour Thyroid at a lower price or find cheaper alternatives.

A pill and a cocktail - Biktarvy and alcohol

Do Biktarvy and alcohol mix?

A cocktail won’t affect the efficacy of this HIV drug, but there are some health concerns

location pinpointed on a map - How to transfer pharmacist license to another state

How to transfer a pharmacist license

If you live near the border, or just plan to make a move, here’s how to change your credentials

Student carrying books and smiling - pharmacy school requirements

Prepping for a career in pharmacy

As an undergraduate student, you should start taking these courses to get ready for pharmacy school

A man with an angry patient

5 ways to calm angry patients

Often patients are stressed and on edge before they even get to the pharmacy. These techniques can help to smooth over challenging situations.

Rx pill bottles: How much does finasteride cost without insurance

How much is finasteride without insurance?

finasteride can be costly without insurance. Learn how to get finasteride at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.

Saxenda and alcohol

Do Saxenda and alcohol mix?

There’s no interaction, but it can have these negative effects

Can a pharmacist refuse to fill a prescription? An image of a pharmacist

How to refuse to fill an Rx

Pharmacists sometimes have to decline an Rx. Here’s how to do it with the least amount of upset.

Rx pill bottles representing amlodipine alternatives

Amlodipine alternatives: What can I take instead of amlodipine?

Amlodipine doesn't work for everyone. Nifedipine, lisinopril, losartan, and carvedilol are some amlodipine alternatives. Get the full list here.

A patient and pharmacist discussing prior authorization

Prior authorization 101

This health insurance plan process is designed to make sure your Rx treatment is safe, but it can sometimes be tricky

A woman at a cash register represents the average pharmacy technician salary

How much does a pharmacy technician make?

Here’s what you can expect to earn along this this career path

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