Stephanie Melby, Pharm.D.

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Stephanie Melby, B.S., Pharm.D., received a bachelor of science in nutrition from the University of Minnesota and a doctorate of pharmacy from the University of New England. She has seven years of experience in retail pharmacy and is certified in Medication Therapy Management (MTM). Dr. Melby resides in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Rx tablets: Pantoprazole (Protonix) alternatives

Pantoprazole (Protonix) alternatives: What can I take instead of...

Protonix (pantoprazole) doesn't work for everyone. Omeprazole, esomeprazole, lansoprazole, dexlansoprazole, and rabeprazole are some pantoprazole alternatives. Get the full list here.

Main holding his face: Migraine types and symptoms

Health Education

What are the types of migraine headaches?

Different types of migraines have unique symptoms and triggers. Learn about migraine types and treatments.

Rx prescription pd and Rx pill bottle: Zoloft generic

Sertraline: Everything you need to know about generic Zoloft

The biggest difference between brand vs. generic Zoloft is the cost difference of $420

Hands holding Rx pill bottle and pills: What can I take instead of zolpidem tartrate?

Zolpidem tartrate (Ambien) alternatives: What can I take instead...

Ambien (zolpidem tartrate) doesn't work for everyone. Lunesta, zaleplon, Belsomra, DayVigo, and Quviviq are some zolpidem tartrate alternatives. Get the full list here.

Rx pill bottles and pills: Alternatives to metoprolol succinate

Metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL) alternatives: What can I take i...

Toprol XL (metoprolol succinate) doesn't work for everyone. Bisoprolol, Carvedilol, Lisinopril, Entresto, and Valsartan are some metoprolol succinate alternatives. Get the full list here.

Hand holding Rx pills: Cetirizine alternatives

Cetirizine (Zyrtec) alternatives: What can I take instead of cet...

Zyrtec (cetirizine) doesn't work for everyone. Loratadine, fexofenadine, levocetirizine, diphenhydramine, and Allegra-D are some cetirizine alternatives. Get the full list here.

Rx tablets: How much does phenobarbital cost without insurance

How much is phenobarbital without insurance?

Phenobarbital costs $49. Here's how to save on phenobarbital without insurance.

Man holding throat talking to pharmacist: How to get rid of an itchy throat

Health Education

How to get rid of an itchy throat

There are a number of remedies for scratchy, ticklish, and uncomfortable throats, including gargling salt water and eating honey. Learn how to get rid of an itchy throat.

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

Contrave side effects and how to avoid them

Common Contrave side effects include nausea, constipation, and headache

Nebulizer machine and mask: Alternatives for Brovana

Brovana (arformoterol tartrate) alternatives: What can I take in...

Brovana doesn't work for everyone. Perforomist, Serevent Diskus, Striverdi Respimat, Incruse Ellipta, and Advair Diskus are some Brovana alternatives. Get the full list here.

Rx blister pack: How much is Spiriva Handihaler without insurance?

How much is Spiriva Handihaler without insurance?

Spiriva Handihaler costs $630 without insurance. Learn how to get Spiriva Handihaler at a lower price or find cheaper alternatives.

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