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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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.

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: amoxicillin shortage

Amoxicillin shortage 101

The oral powder for suspension form of this antibiotic, commonly prescribed to children, is in short supply

Rx pill pad and prescription pad: Diclofenac side effects and how to avoid them

Diclofenac side effects and how to avoid them

Gastrointestinal problems, heart problems, and skin and drug reactions are some common diclofenac side effects

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Chlorthalidone side effects

Adderall shortage 101

There are three main factors affecting supply of this stimulant medication

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Fluvoxamine side effects and how to avoid them

Fluvoxamine side effects and how to avoid them

Fluvoxamine side effects include insomnia, sexual dysfunction, and severe allergic and skin reactions

Rx inhaler: Pulmicort Flexhaler alternatives

Top Pulmicort Flexhaler alternatives and how to switch your Rx

Pulmicort Flexhaler doesn't work for everyone. Flovent, Qvar RediHaler, Advair Diskus, Breo Ellipta, and Trelegy Ellipta are some Pulmicort Flexhaler alternatives. Get the full list here.

Hand holding Rx pill: What is losartan used for?

What is losartan used for?

Losartan is used to treat conditions such as hypertension, nephropathy, and heart failure

bag of potato chips - metoprolol food interactions

4 foods to avoid with metoprolol

It’s best to steer clear of these things while taking this blood pressure medication

SingleCare savings card and Rx pill bottle: How much do blood thinners cost in 2022?

How much do blood thinners cost in 2022?

The average cost of blood thinners ranges from $21 to $705 for a month supply

Prescription pad and Rx pill bottle: Vitamin D side effects and how to avoid them

Vitamin D side effects and how to avoid them

Vitamin D side effects can include vitamin D toxicity from taking too high of a dosage over a sustained period

Updated on Jun. 30, 2023

Phentermine and coffee: is it safe to mix?

Do caffeine and phentermine mix?

Here’s what you need to know about combining these two stimulants

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