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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Three Rx pill bottles: Ciprofloxacin interactions to avoid

Ciprofloxacin interactions to avoid

Ciprofloxacin interacts with various drugs and classes of drugs, which can result in complications

Smiling older adult next to a Zyrtec tablet - Zyrtec side effects in elderly

Is Zyrtec safe after 65?

People 65 and older may be more susceptible to certain side effects of the second-generation antihistamine

Woman with both hands placed over her belly button area: Why does my belly button smell?

Health Education

Why does my belly button smell?

A smelly belly button may be caused by various sources, including poor hygiene and an infection. Here’s what you should know.

A package of tampons in coloful wrappers: 5 home remedies for heavy periods

Health Education

5 home remedies for heavy periods

Heavy menstruation can be miserable and debilitating. Learn the home remedies, medications, and supplements that may help to stop heavy periods.

A stamp for FDA approval - naloxone OTC

Canada Rx import approved by FDA

A landmark decision granted the state the authority to obtain these prescriptions to help stem rising costs

Blue Rx pill: Sildenafil interactions to avoid

Sildenafil interactions to avoid

Sildenafil interacts with nitrates, alpha-blockers, and medications that treat high blood pressure

A doctor and an older adult | Bactrim side effects in elderly

Bactrim side effects in elderly

If you’re older than 65, there are some important risks of this Rx

Man sitting at a desk holding his head in his hands: Why does my heavy feel heavy?

Health Education

Why does my head feel heavy, and what can I do about it?

A heavy feeling in the head may feel like the head is heavy, tired, dragging, and difficult to hold up

Three Rx pill bottles: Doxycycline-hyclate interactions

Doxycycline-hyclate interactions to avoid

In addition to drug-drug interactions, doxycycline hyclate interacts with alcohol and certain medical conditions

bottle of supplements wrapped in measuring tape - berberine weight loss

Can berberine help weight loss?

Tiktok videos claim this plant-based supplement is a substitute for semaglutide medications

Femal medical professional talking to female patient in exam room: saw palmetto benefits for women

Health Education

Benefits of saw palmetto for women

Saw palmetto has a hormone-balancing effect on women and can play a major role in many functions of a woman’s body

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