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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Drug vs. Drug
Praluent vs. Repatha: Differences, similarities, and which is be...
Praluent and Repatha are PCSK9 inhibitors that treat high cholesterol. They are more expensive than other statins such as Lipitor and Crestor but are generally prescribed for people with extremely high cholesterol or those taking other cholesterol-lowering medications with no improvements.
Updated on May 16, 2023
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Famotidine vs. omeprazole: Differences, similarities, and which ...
Comparing famotidine and omeprazole for treating GERD, ulcers, and heartburn relief. Discover differences in effectiveness, duration, and side effects.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2024
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Bumex vs. Lasix: Differences, similarities, and which is better ...
Drug overview & main differences | Conditions treated | Efficacy | Insurance…
Updated on Mar. 27, 2024
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How people feel about—and avoid—germs
The average person contracts the cold around two to three times per…
Updated on Jul. 17, 2020
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Xiidra vs. Restasis: Differences, similarities, and which is bet...
Drug overview & main differences | Conditions treated | Efficacy | Insurance…
Updated on May 7, 2021
Drug vs. Drug
Symbicort vs. Advair: Differences, similarities, and which is be...
Drug overview & main differences | Conditions treated | Efficacy | Insurance…
Updated on May 7, 2021
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Methylprednisolone vs. prednisone: What’s the difference?
Methylprednisolone and prednisone are corticosteroid medications used to treat various diseases and disorders.
Updated on May 28, 2024
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Lyrica vs. gabapentin: Differences, similarities, and which is b...
Lyrica and gabapentin treat nerve pain and partial-onset seizures, among other conditions. They are part of a group of drugs called anticonvulsants, or antiepileptic drugs.
Updated on Apr. 7, 2022
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Focalin vs. Adderall: Differences, similarities, and which one i...
Both Focalin and Adderall are effective treatment options for ADHD. Compare the stimulants here.
Updated on Nov. 10, 2023
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Cymbalta vs. Effexor: Differences, similarities, and which is be...
Drug overview & main differences | Conditions treated | Efficacy | Insurance…
Updated on May 7, 2021
Drug vs. Drug
Brilinta vs. Plavix: Differences, similarities, and which is bet...
Drug overview & main differences | Conditions treated | Efficacy | Insurance…
Dec. 4, 2018