Gerardo Sison, Pharm.D.

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Gerardo Sison, Pharm.D., graduated from the University of Florida. He has worked in both community and hospital settings providing drug information and medication therapy management services. As a medical writer, he hopes to educate and empower patients to better manage their health and navigate their treatment plans.

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Two syringes with "vs" betweenn them: Wegovy vs. Mounjaro

Wegovy vs. Mounjaro: Differences, similarities & side effects

Wegovy and Mounjaro are both injectable medications that regulate blood sugar and suppress the appetite but have different active ingredients

A scale and two syringes: Victoza weight loss

Victoza weight loss: Why it happens and whether it’s effective

Liraglutide is the active ingredient in Victoza that lowers blood sugar and may also cause weight loss in some people

A syringe: Ozempic chart

Ozempic dosage chart

The Ozempic dosage chart on the drug label is for patients with diabetes, but your healthcare provider may prescribe similar instructions for weight loss

Two injections with "vs." between them: Saxenda vs. Wegovy

Saxenda vs. Wegovy for weight loss

Both drugs are FDA approved for weight loss but have different active ingredients

An injectioon vs a pill: Rybelsus vs. Ozempic

Rybelsus vs. Ozempic: Differences, similarities & side effects

Both Rybelsus and Ozempic are FDA approved for managing blood sugar, but they’re sometimes prescribed off-label for weight loss

Image of supplemets on a spoon - vitamins for depression

8 vitamins for depression

Supplements should not be the sole treatment, but these vitamins may improve mood symptoms

Pharmacist speaking to a patient - long covid

Helping patients with long COVID

Patients may experience a wide range of symptoms, so personalized care is required

Spilled supplement capsules: Pros and cons of ashwagandha

Pros and cons of ashwagandha

Benefits of ashwagandha are still being researched, so it’s important to know the pros and cons

A man holding a supplement and a glass of water: Ashwagandha benefits for men

Ashwagandha benefits for men

Although the herb shows promise in several areas, many of its health benefits are backed by limited evidence

Rx eyedrop bottle: Xiidra without insurance?

How much is Xiidra without insurance?

Xiidra costs $959 without insurance. Learn how to get Xiidra at a lower price or find cheaper alternatives

Rx prescription pad and Rx pills: Meclizine interactions

Meclizine interactions to avoid

In addition to prescription medications, meclizine can also interact with certain dietary supplements or herbal remedies

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