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Karen Berger, Pharm.D.

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
After receiving her doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, Karen Berger, Pharm.D., has worked in both chain and independent community pharmacies. She currently works at an independent pharmacy in New Jersey. Dr. Berger enjoys helping patients understand medical conditions and medications—both in person as a pharmacist, and online as a medical writer and reviewer.
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Baked goods, alcohol, and bacon | what foods to avoid while taking metronidazole
Drug Info

Skip these foods on metronidazole

There are two main things that are off-limits on this prescription
Jul. 22, 2024
bottle of tablets next to some bananas - losartan and eating bananas
Drug Info

Losartan and bananas 101

Most people can safely eat bananas while taking this medication
Jul. 18, 2024
aloe plan and juice - how much aloe vera juice to drink daily
Wellness

How much aloe should you drink?

The dosage varies from one to eight ounces, depending on the type
Jul. 16, 2024
A tablet and a capsule with "vs." between them: Quviviq vs. Ambien: Differences, similarities & side effects
Drug vs. Drug

Quviviq vs. Ambien: Differences, similarities & side effects

Both drugs are controlled substances that should only be taken under the guidance of a healthcare provider
Jul. 12, 2024
A capsule and a round tablet with "vs." between them: Vraylar vs. Rexulti: Differences, similarities & side effects
Drug vs. Drug

Vraylar vs. Rexulti: Differences, similarities & side effects

Both brand-name drugs are second-generation antipsychotics
Jul. 12, 2024
A woman with her hands on her stomach: Can you take Adderall on an empty stomach?
Drug Info

Can you take Adderall on an empty stomach?

Taking Adderall with food helps reduce potential stomach upset
Jul. 11, 2024
A body scale with a measuring tape and Rx tablets: Does Prozac cause weight gain?
Drug Info

Does Prozac cause weight gain?

Weight gain is possible with Prozac but may not be as severe as other antidepressants
Jul. 10, 2024
A round pill and an oval pill with "vs." between them: Jardiance vs. Entresto: Differences, similarities & side effects
Drug vs. Drug

Jardiance vs. Entresto: Differences, similarities & side ef...

Compare the side effects, cost, and more
Jul. 10, 2024
A round pill and a capsule with "vs." between them: Vraylar vs. Latuda: Differences, similarities & side effects
Drug vs. Drug

Vraylar vs. Latuda: Differences, similarities & side effects

Compare the two drugs’ side effects, available forms, approved uses, and more
Jul. 10, 2024
Two round white pills with a "vs." between them: NP Thyroid vs. Synthroid: Differences, similarities & side effects
Drug vs. Drug

NP Thyroid vs. Synthroid: Differences, similarities & side ...

The two drugs work very differently to treat hypothyroidism and thyroid cancer
Jul. 9, 2024
A prescription bottle: Is Quviviq covered by Medicare?
Drug Info

Is Quviviq covered by Medicare?

Don’t let a lack of Medicare coverage affect your ability to get affordable Quviviq and a good night’s sleep
Jul. 8, 2024
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