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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Topamax and alcohol

Do Topamax and alcohol mix?

If you’re wanting to imbibe after taking your migraine medicine, here’s what you should know

FDA approval - fezolinetant

FDA approves Wegovy for weight loss

Wegovy (semaglutide 2.4 mg) is the first drug of this type made available since 2014

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Common vs. serious Benzonatate side effects

Benzonatate side effects and how to avoid them

Benzonatate relives symptomatic and chronic cough in adults and children 10 years and older. It is also used off-label as an anesthetic in the mouth and throat before intubation or an endoscopy.

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Common vs. serious Valsartan side effects

Valsartan side effects and how to avoid them

Valsartan is often used with other blood pressure or heart drugs, so it’s important to review side effects, cautions, and drug interactions before taking this medication

pack of birth control pills - antibiotics and birth control

11 medications that interfere with birth control

Certain antibiotics, antifungals, and even some supplements can make contraception less effective

Updated on Nov. 8, 2022

Zoloft and alcohol

Can you mix alcohol and Zoloft?

Learn why drinking and SSRIs can be a dangerous combination

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Common vs. serious Cephalexin side effects

Cephalexin side effects and how to avoid them

Cephalexin treats bacterial infections such as strep throat, respiratory tract, middle ear, UI, and skin infections

People wearing masks indoors and COVID particles in the air: COVID variants in the U.S.

COVID-19 variants in the U.S.

The mutations of coronavirus are concerning but don’t diminish the importance of vaccination

Updated on Feb. 14, 2022

How long do migraines last? A man with a clock

Health Education

How long do migraines last?

The different phases can last from hours to days

Prescription pad with pill bottle: Celexa side effects

Celexa side effects and how to avoid them

Celexa is used to treat depression in adults. It may also be used off-label to treat other conditions.

What its like getting the covid vaccine

The precautions I take now promise a brighter tomorrow

I’m immunocompromised and vaccinated for COVID-19

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