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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Blood vials: dangerous blood sugar levels

Health Education

What is a dangerous level of blood sugar?

Dangerous blood sugar levels vary by individual but anything more than 200 mg/dl is considered high, and should be addressed

Updated on Jun. 30, 2023

Blood vials: Low blood sugar symptoms

Health Education

Low blood sugar symptoms: What are the early signs of low blood ...

Low blood sugar signs can be easily detected. Continue reading to find out more about early signs of low blood sugar and how to treat them.

sleep mask and alarm clock - melatonin overdose

Can you OD on melatonin?

Watch out for these signs that you consumed too high a dose of the sleep supplement

Pharmacist wearing face mask - how to prevent getting sick

9 ways pharmacy staff can avoid illness

These tips can help you stay healthy at work all winter long

Prescription pad and bottle - most prescribed drugs

Most-filled meds across the U.S.

Experts explain why certain drugs might be so popular in certain places

Rx prescription pad and pill bottle: What is diclofenac?

What is diclofenac and what is it used for?

Diclofenac is used for to treat mild to moderate pain, osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, and other conditions. Find out if diclofenac is right for you.

A stamp for FDA approval - naloxone OTC

FDA approves drug to prevent Type 1 diabetes

Tzield is a game-changer for avoiding complications of this condition

FDA approval stamp

IUD approved for 8-year use

This hormonal IUD was previously only studied for use up to six years, but has received an extension

Rx autoinjector: How much is Copaxone without insurance?

How much is Copaxone without insurance?

Copaxone costs $7,270 without insurance per month. Learn how to get Copaxone at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.

Rx tablet and capsule: Phentermine alternatives

Phentermine alternatives: What can I take instead of phentermine?

Phentermine doesn't work for everyone. Contrave, Lomaira, Mounjaro, Saxenda, and Wegovy are some phentermine alternatives.

Prescription pill bottles: Adderall alternatives

Adderall alternatives: What can I take instead of Adderall?

Adderall doesn't work for everyone. Ritalin, Vyvanse, Strattera, Intuniv, and Kapvay are some Adderall alternatives. Get the full list here.

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