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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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Plan B One-Step side effects
Drug Info

Plan B One-Step side effects

The most common Plan B side effects are changes in the menstrual cycle and heavy periods, but other minor side effects have been reported
Dec. 1, 2023
Lisinopril interactions to avoid
Drug Info

Lisinopril interactions to avoid

Despite the wide range of possible interactions, lisinopril can generally still be taken safely with the right care
Nov. 30, 2023
Amitriptyline interactions to avoid
Drug Info

Amitriptyline interactions to avoid

Because amitriptyline raises serotonin levels, it may interact with other medications that affect serotonin
Nov. 20, 2023
Is cephalexin a strong antibiotic?
Drug Info

Is Keflex a strong antibiotic?

This prescription treats a number of common ailments, including bacterial respiratory infections and ear infections
Nov. 15, 2023
FDA approves Zepbound for weight loss
News

FDA approves Zepbound

This prescription is a version of Mounjaro, which is only approved for Type 2 diabetes
Nov. 9, 2023
Does Ozempic need to be refrigerated?
Health Education

Is Ozempic refrigerated?

Learn how to properly store this injectable diabetes medication for maximum effectiveness
Nov. 8, 2023
FDA approves Wezlana for inflammatory conditions
News

FDA approves Wezlana

This medication is a biosimilar—like a generic for biologic medications—for the popular drug Stelara
Nov. 6, 2023
Trazodone interactions to avoid
Drug Info

Trazodone interactions to avoid

Trazodone interacts with various drugs, including other drugs that affect serotonin levels, blood thinners, drugs that cause central nervous system (CNS) depression, and others
Oct. 30, 2023
FDA approves Zituvio for Type 2 diabetes
News

FDA approves Zituvio for diabetes

This new medication joins Januvia and Janumet on the market
Oct. 30, 2023
Is meloxicam safe to take every day?
Drug Info

Can you take meloxicam daily?

The answer is yes—with a few caveats. Learn when it’s not a good idea.
Oct. 25, 2023
What causes ringing in the ear? Related conditions and treatments
Health Education

What causes ringing in the ear? Related conditions and treatments

Ringing in the ears can be caused by a variety of factors, including age, infection, certain medical conditions, or prescription medications
Oct. 20, 2023
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