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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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New blood thinners
Drug Info

New blood thinners vs. Coumadin

Coumadin has two main benefits. See how meds like Xarelto and Eliquis stack up.
Feb. 3, 2022
Lipitor facts
Drug Info

13 Lipitor facts

The prescription medication can lower your cholesterol, but also do so much more
Feb. 1, 2022
Xanax and coffee
Drug Info

Is it safe to mix Xanax with coffee?

These two substances can cancel each other out—and even worsen symptoms
Jan. 26, 2022
How to store vaccine card
Health Education

6 ways to store your COVID vax card

Many places require proof of vaccination, which makes this little piece of paper an important document. Here’s how to keep it safe.
Jan. 21, 2022
Prescription pad and bottle: Abilify side effects
Drug Info

Abilify side effects and how to avoid them

Abilify treats conditions like depression, schizophrenia, and Tourette’s disorder but it has potential side effects, warnings, and drug interactions that you should know about
Dec. 21, 2021
Brilinta and caffeine
Drug Info

Do Brilinta and caffeine mix?

In moderation, coffee or other caffeinated beverages should be okay with this Rx, but there are some things to consider
Dec. 10, 2021
Most prescribed drugs in 2021
Company

The 50 most-filled prescriptions of 2021

These are the most popular medications we saw filled with SingleCare this year. Did your Rx make the list?
Dec. 8, 2021
Prescription pad and bottle: Paxil dosages: Myrbetriq side effects
Drug Info

Myrbetriq side effects and how to avoid them

As with most prescription drugs, Myrbetriq can have common to serious side effects, and interactions with other medications. Learn more about Myrbetriq side effects here.
Dec. 6, 2021
Is it too late to get a flu shot?
Health Education

Is it too late to get a flu shot?

Before the end of October is the best time to get your jab, but even in December, the vaccine can have these benefits
Updated on Nov. 17, 2022
Can medication change eye color
Drug Info

Can meds change eye color?

When you’re prescribed certain types of prescriptions, there can be an unexpected side effect
Nov. 19, 2021
Guide to the newest migraine medication
Drug Info

A guide to new migraine meds

Over the past few years, there have been additional FDA-approved treatments for people who experience migraine
Nov. 16, 2021
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