Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH

Medical Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Anne Jacobson, MD, MPH, is a board-certified family physician, writer, editor, teacher, and consultant. She is a graduate of University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, trained at West Suburban Family Medicine in Oak Park, Illinois. She later completed a fellowship in community medicine at PCC Community Wellness and a master's in Public Health at the University of Illinois-Chicago. She lives with her family near Chicago.

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Sunburn prevention items: Can you take ibuprofen for sunburn?

Can you take ibuprofen for sunburn?

Ibuprofen can be used to alleviate the pain and inflammation caused by sunburn

A blood pressure cuff and an exclamation mark: Does cetirizine raise blood pressure?

Does cetirizine raise blood pressure?

Zyrtec is unlikely to cause an increase in blood pressure on its own

An analog clock and a spilled bottle of ibuprofen: Understanding ibuprofen use before surgery

Understanding ibuprofen use before surgery

Ibuprofen use should be discontinued at least one week prior to surgery

A male college student carrying a backpack and holding textbooks: College students ADHD

Health Education

College students’ guide to managing ADHD

Learn to address and overcome the challenges of ADHD in a college setting. Get practical strategies and resources to empower students, while also serving as a valuable resource for those supporting them on their academic journey.

Two Rx tablets: Can you take ibuprofen with Claritin?

Can you take ibuprofen with Claritin?

There are no known interactions between Claritin and ibuprofen

Blue and white Rx capsules: Phentermine for ADHD

Does phentermine help with ADHD?

Phentermine is sometimes prescribed off-label for the treatment of ADHD. Here’s what you should know.

An analog alarm clock and two Rx tablets: How long does it take Adderall to work?

How long does it take Adderall to work?

Adderall begins working as quickly as 30 minutes after ingestion

White Rx capsules: Gabapentin for tooth pain

Can you take gabapentin for tooth pain?

Gabapentin may help to alleviate tooth pain by blocking nerve signals to the brain

Nasal spray bottle: Can you take Zyrtec and a nasal spray together?

Can you take Zyrtec and a nasal spray together?

Zyrtec and a nasal spray can be combined to treat allergies

A hand holding an OTC pill bottle: Can you take Allegra and Zyrtec?

Can you take Allegra and Zyrtec?

Taking Allegra and Zyrtec together may increase your risk of side effects. Here’s what you should know.

Spilled Rx pill bottle: Can you take cyclobenzaprine with tramadol?

Can you take cyclobenzaprine with tramadol?

Cyclobenzaprine and tramadol should only be combined when prescribed by a healthcare professional

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