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Karen Berger, Pharm.D.

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
After receiving her doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy, Karen Berger, Pharm.D., has worked in both chain and independent community pharmacies. She currently works at an independent pharmacy in New Jersey. Dr. Berger enjoys helping patients understand medical conditions and medications—both in person as a pharmacist, and online as a medical writer and reviewer.
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Two semaglutide pens: How to get Wegovy out of your system faster
Drug Info

How to get Wegovy out of your system faster

Wegovy’s half-life determines how long it stays in your system
Oct. 22, 2024
crate of apples - benefits of apples
Wellness

Benefits of apples

Apples are a portable and tasty source of nutrients associated with digestive health, weight loss, and more
Oct. 21, 2024
Two autoinjector pens: Aimovig vs. Ajovy
Drug vs. Drug

Aimovig vs. Ajovy: Differences, similarities & side effects

Learn why a healthcare provider might prescribe Aimovig or Ajovy for migraine prevention
Oct. 16, 2024
A semaglutide pen and drawings of pills: Can you take Contrave and Wegovy together?
Drug Info

Can you take Contrave and Wegovy together?

There’s limited research on the efficacy and safety of combining Contrave and Wegovy
Oct. 16, 2024
Two autoinjectors for medication like Aimovig: Can you use Aimovig while breastfeeding?
Drug Info

Can you use Aimovig while breastfeeding?

Your healthcare provider can help you decide whether the benefits of using Aimovig for migraine while breastfeeding outweigh any potential risks
Oct. 15, 2024
A syringe: Can you use Dupixent while breastfeeding?
Drug Info

Can you use Dupixent while breastfeeding?

The decision of whether to breastfeed on Dupixent should be made with a healthcare provider
Oct. 15, 2024
A health insurance card and a stethoscope: Does Blue Cross Blue Shield cover Remicade?
Drug Info

Does Blue Cross Blue Shield cover Remicade?

BCBS plans may cover Remicade for FDA-approved uses, but they may require step therapy or prior authorization
Oct. 15, 2024
A health insurance card and stethoscope: Does Aetna cover Dupixent?
Drug Info

Does Aetna cover Dupixent?

If you have Aetna health insurance, you may pay $100 or less per month for Dupixent, but some people pay more
Oct. 15, 2024
A health insurance card with a stethoscope and medication: Does United Healthcare cover Ozempic?
Drug Info

Does United Healthcare cover Ozempic?

United Healthcare plans vary, and if yours covers Ozempic, you could pay $15–$16 per month out of pocket
Oct. 14, 2024
image of chili pepper and tape measurer - capsaicin for weight loss
Wellness

Capsaicin for weight loss

This supplement can curb cravings and boost metabolic rate
Oct. 10, 2024
Two capsules with "vs" between them: Caplyta vs. Vraylar
Drug vs. Drug

Caplyta vs. Vraylar: Differences, similarities & side effects

Learn why your healthcare provider may prescribe Vraylar or Caplyta as an antipsychotic
Oct. 9, 2024
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