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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Male healthcare provider carrying a bag of groceries: Best foods to eat when nauseous

Health Education

4 types of food to eat when nauseous

Those with nausea should stay away from heavy, sweet carbs like muffins, pancakes, waffles, donuts, cake, and other pastries

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Flovent discontinued

The go-to asthma treatment has been replaced by an authorized generic

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Does Ozempic make you tired?

Experts explain why Ozempic-related fatigue may occur and share tips on how to avoid it

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How to get Ozempic covered

Your insurance—and your healthcare provider—will require you to meet certain criteria

Plan B pill packets: Does Plan B make you bleed?

Does Plan B make you bleed? What to know about emergency contrac...

Spotting is normal after taking Plan B, but see a doctor if bleeding is heavy or accompanied by other symptoms

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Zoloft side effects in women

See what to expect when taking this antidepressant medication

Someone holding their forehead with a pillow behind them: Eyebrow headache causes

Health Education

What causes eyebrow headaches? Related conditions and treatments

Finding the cause of a headache in your eyebrow can help you determine the quickest way to find relief

Female healthcare provider talking to female patient in exam room: Does Plan B affect your period?

Health Education

Does Plan B affect your period?

If you take Plan B once during your cycle, your next period may be irregular

6 metformin benefits

Commonly used to treat Type 2 diabetes, this popular drug can treat other health conditions, too

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How to taper prednisone

It’s essential to taper off this steroid medication to avoid unwanted symptoms

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Does Zyrtec make you drowsy?

Sleepiness may be a side effect of this allergy medication—find out when

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