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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A Medicare card, stethoscope, and notepad: Does Medicare cover Aimovig?

Does Medicare cover Aimovig?

Medicare coverage varies by plan, but most Part D plans cover Aimovig

Two Rx tablets: Hydroxyzine vs. Xanax

Hydroxyzine and Xanax: Uses, differences, and side effects

While both drugs are used to treat anxiety, hydroxyzine and Xanax belong to separate drug classes and possess unique characteristics

Sand hourglass: How long does Adderall XR last?

How long does Adderall XR last?

Adderall XR lasts between eight to 12 hours. Learn the factors that may affect the duration.

A clock and spoonful of collagen powder | best time to take collagen

Best time to take collagen

You can take this supplement morning, noon, or night—depending on your routine and health goals

Somone holding a glass of water in one hand and a white tablet in another: Can Latuda cause mania?

Can Latuda cause mania?

It’s not certain whether mania is caused by the drug or by bipolar disorder itself

A clock and two pills: Entresto washout period

Entresto washout period: Considerations when switching medications

Entresto cannot be used with ACE inhibitors

Baked goods, alcohol, and bacon | what foods to avoid while taking metronidazole

Skip these foods on metronidazole

There are two main things that are off-limits on this prescription

bottle of tablets next to some bananas - losartan and eating bananas

Losartan and bananas 101

Most people can safely eat bananas while taking this medication

aloe plan and juice - how much aloe vera juice to drink daily

How much aloe should you drink?

The dosage varies from one to eight ounces, depending on the type

A tablet and a capsule with "vs." between them: Quviviq vs. Ambien: Differences, similarities & side effects

Quviviq vs. Ambien: Differences, similarities & side effects

Both drugs are controlled substances that should only be taken under the guidance of a healthcare provider

A capsule and a round tablet with "vs." between them: Vraylar vs. Rexulti: Differences, similarities & side effects

Vraylar vs. Rexulti: Differences, similarities & side effects

Both brand-name drugs are second-generation antipsychotics

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