Leandra Beabout

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Leandra Beabout is a freelance health and travel writer based between Indiana and India. Her work has been published in Reader's Digest, Greatist, The Guardian, Lonely Planet, and more. She was previously an English teacher and daily newspaper reporter.

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A scale and a box of statins | Does atorvastatin cause weight gain?

Atorvastatin and weight gain

It’s not uncommon to pack on the pounds while taking this medication. Here’s why.

A pregnant person looking at their belly: Can you take Dupixent while pregnant?

Can you take Dupixent while pregnant?

There’s a lack of definitive research to determine whether Dupixent is safe during pregnancy

image of burger and beer | foods to avoid while on Stelara

What to avoid on Stelara

High-sugar, high-fat, and processed foods could trigger symptoms for the conditions this medication treats

Two syringes with "vs." between them: Xolair versus Dupixent Differences, similarities & side effects

Xolair vs. Dupixent: Differences, similarities & side effects

Compare the similarities and differences between these complex drugs

A bottle of pills and free weights | When to take L-carnitine

What is the best time to take L-carnitine?

You can take this amino acid morning, noon, or night—depending on your goals

Various pills on a prescription pad: Is it safe to take Jardiance and Trulicity together?

Is it safe to take Jardiance and Trulicity together?

See how each drug offers unique benefits to individuals living with Type 2 diabetes

A pill organizer with one for each day of the week and a pencil and a prescription pad: Is it safe to take lithium and Latuda together?

Is it safe to take lithium and Latuda together?

The two drugs treat different symptoms of bipolar depression

An oval tablet and a round tablet with "vs." between them: Latuda vs. Lithium

Latuda vs. lithium: Differences, similarities & side effects

The two drugs are sometimes prescribed together to treat different symptoms of biploar disorder

A prescription pad and a pill bottle: Rinvoq for atopic dermatitis

Rinvoq for atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis, also called eczema, is one of the conditions Rinvoq is approved to treat

White Rx capsules: Gabapentin for tooth pain

Can you take gabapentin for tooth pain?

Gabapentin may help to alleviate tooth pain by blocking nerve signals to the brain

A prescription pad and prescription bottle: How long does Vraylar take to kick in?

How long does Vraylar take to kick in?

Vraylar is not a quick fix for symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

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