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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 pill bottles: What can I take instead of trazodone?
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Trazodone alternatives: What can I take instead of trazodone?

Trazodone doesn't work for everyone. Mirtazapine, doxepin, amitriptyline, paroxetine, and bupropion are some trazodone alternatives. Get the full list here.
Rx eye drops: What can I take instead of Combigan?
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Combigan alternatives: What can I take instead of Combigan?

Combigan doesn't work for everyone. Cosopt, latanoprost, Azopt, Rhopressa, and Simbrinza are some Combigan alternatives. Get the full list here.
Rx inhaler: Dulera alternatives: What can I take instead of Dulera?
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Dulera alternatives: What can I take instead of Dulera?

Dulera doesn't work for everyone. Advair, Symbicort, Breo Ellipta, AirDuo, and Trelegy Ellipta are some Dulera alternatives. Get the full list here.
Man holding a blue pill in one hand and a red pill in another hand: Can you take Eliquis and Tylenol together?
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Can you take Eliquis and Tylenol together?

Blood thinners like Eliquis can cause increased risk of bleeding. Learn what type of pain medication is safe with Eliquis.
Three pill bottles with question marks: What can I take instead of losartan?
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What can I take instead of losartan?

Losartan doesn't work for everyone. Valsartan, lisinopril, losartan/hydrochlorothiazide, amlodipine, and chlorthalidone are some losartan alternatives. Get the full list here.
Various pills, capsules, and supplements: Atorvastatin interactions to be aware of
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Lipitor interactions with drugs, vitamins, and foods

Lipitor (atorvastatin) interactions can cause myopathy, rhabdomyolysis, and liver enzyme abnormalities
Three open pill bottles: Compare Entresto alternatives
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What can I take instead of Entresto?

Entresto doesn’t work for everyone. Enalapril, valsartan, carvedilol, BiDil, and spironolactone are some Entresto alternatives. Get the full list here.
Spilled pills from prescription bottle: Common vs. serious Viibryd side effects
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See Viibryd side effects

Common Viibryd side effects include gastrointestinal symptoms and insomnia. Learn how to avoid these and when to seek help for serious side effects.
Rx pad and pill bottle: Bystolic side effects
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Bystolic side effects and how to avoid them

Bystolic can lower blood pressure and help reduce the risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and heart attacks
Niacin capsules
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10 niacin benefits and its side effects

Niacin is an important nutrient used to turn food into energy. Niacin benefits may include improving cholesterol, blood pressure, migraines, and more.
Spilled prescription bottle of pills: Common vs. serious singulair side effects
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Singulair side effects and how to avoid them

Singulair side effects include flu-like symptoms, stomach upset, and increased risk of infection