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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Rx prescription pad and pill bottle: What is diclofenac?

What is diclofenac and what is it used for?

Diclofenac is used for to treat mild to moderate pain, osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, and other conditions. Find out if diclofenac is right for you.

A stamp for FDA approval - naloxone OTC

FDA approves drug to prevent Type 1 diabetes

Tzield is a game-changer for avoiding complications of this condition

FDA approval stamp

IUD approved for 8-year use

This hormonal IUD was previously only studied for use up to six years, but has received an extension

Rx autoinjector: How much is Copaxone without insurance?

How much is Copaxone without insurance?

Copaxone costs $7,270 without insurance per month. Learn how to get Copaxone at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.

Rx tablet and capsule: Phentermine alternatives

Phentermine alternatives: What can I take instead of phentermine?

Phentermine doesn't work for everyone. Contrave, Lomaira, Mounjaro, Saxenda, and Wegovy are some phentermine alternatives.

Prescription pill bottles: Adderall alternatives

Adderall alternatives: What can I take instead of Adderall?

Adderall doesn't work for everyone. Ritalin, Vyvanse, Strattera, Intuniv, and Kapvay are some Adderall alternatives. Get the full list here.

Updated on Oct. 25, 2024

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: amoxicillin shortage

Amoxicillin shortage 101

The oral powder for suspension form of this antibiotic, commonly prescribed to children, is in short supply

Rx pill pad and prescription pad: Diclofenac side effects and how to avoid them

Diclofenac side effects and how to avoid them

Gastrointestinal problems, heart problems, and skin and drug reactions are some common diclofenac side effects

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Chlorthalidone side effects

Adderall shortage 101

There are three main factors affecting supply of this stimulant medication

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Fluvoxamine side effects and how to avoid them

Fluvoxamine side effects and how to avoid them

Fluvoxamine side effects include insomnia, sexual dysfunction, and severe allergic and skin reactions

Rx inhaler: Pulmicort Flexhaler alternatives

Top Pulmicort Flexhaler alternatives and how to switch your Rx

Pulmicort Flexhaler doesn't work for everyone. Flovent, Qvar RediHaler, Advair Diskus, Breo Ellipta, and Trelegy Ellipta are some Pulmicort Flexhaler alternatives. Get the full list here.

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