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Ashley Wong, Pharm. D.

Medical reviewer and writer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
Ashley has worked for healthcare companies, where she translated complex drug information into easy-to-understand language for patients. She also served as a senior medical information specialist at a medical communications company, where she delivered clinically accurate drug information to healthcare providers and patients and compiled adverse event reports in accordance with the FDA's reporting guidelines.
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An Rx prescription pad and Rx pill bottle: Can you take metformin if you don't have diabetes?
Drug Info

What you should know about prescription metformin

Metformin must be prescribed by a licensed healthcare provider
pharmacist and bottle of pills - Medication shortage
The Checkout

How to help during medication shortages

As frontline providers, pharmacists play a key role in mitigating the impact of drug shortages
A hand holding a blue Rx capsule: how long does valacyclovir take to work
Drug Info

How long does it take valacyclovir to work?

Valacyclovir usually starts working within 2-3 days after the first dose
Two Rx auto-injector pens: How much is Novolog without insurance?
Drug Info

How much is Novolog without insurance?

Novolog, costs approximatly $143 a month without insurance. Learn how to get Novolog at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
An analog alarm clock with blue and white Rx capsules: How long does it take phentermine to work?
Drug Info

How long does it take phentermine to work?

Phentermine quickly reduces your appetite, reaching peak levels in 3-4 hours, but weight loss may take a few weeks.
pharmacist using a tablet - AI and pharmacies
The Checkout

How AI can help pharmacists

Services like ChatGPT can help improve patient safety, assist with medication therapy management, and more
An Rx pill bottle with tablets: How to stop taking metformin
Drug Info

Stopping metformin: When and how to do it?

If your healthcare provider deems it safe to stop metformin, they will likely create a plan to gradually reduce your dose until you can safely discontinue the medication
Rx pill bottle: Is lorazepam a controlled substance?
Drug Info

Is lorazepam a controlled substance?

Although lorazepam is not classified as a narcotic, it is still regarded as a federally controlled substance
A gloved hand holding an Rx capsule: Is gabapentin a controlled substance?
Drug Info

Is gabapentin a controlled substance?

Gabapentin is not currently classified as a controlled substance. Here’s what to know about the refill laws.
Three Rx pill bottles: How much is Gemtesa without insurance?
Drug Info

How much is Gemtesa without insurance?

Gemtesa costs $658 without insurance. Learn how to get Gemtesa at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Two pharmacists discussing what are SSRIs used for
The Checkout

8 off-label SSRI uses

These antidepressants might be prescribed to patients with migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, and more