Marissa Walsh, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID

Medical Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Marissa Walsh, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID, graduated with her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Rhode Island in 2009, then went on to complete a PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency at Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, West Virginia, and a PGY2 Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Residency at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine. Dr. Walsh has worked as a clinical pharmacy specialist in Infectious Diseases in Portland, Maine, and Miami, Florida, prior to setting into her current role in Buffalo, New York, where she continues to work as an Infectious Diseases Pharmacist in a hematology/oncology population.

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Do coffee and prednisone mix?

It’s safe in moderate amounts, though there are some potential risks

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Breztri alternatives: What can I take instead of Breztri?

Used to treat COPD, this brand-name inhaled bronchodilator doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

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Is Advil the same as ibuprofen?

The main difference between Advil and ibuprofen is cost

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Alprazolam interactions to avoid

In addition to medications, alaprazolam interacts with those who have conditions such as glaucoma and obesity

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Donepezil interactions to avoid

It’s important to be aware of donepezil’s drug interactions as other drugs, supplements, and foods can affect its effectiveness or worsen side effects

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Olanzapine interactions to avoid

The most serious olanzapine interactions occur when it is used along with drugs that prolong QTc

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Fluconazole interactions to avoid

Fluconazole is metabolized almost exclusively by the liver, so consumption of other medications requiring hepatic metabolism while taking fluconazole can be problematic

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Health Education

9 foods high in estrogen

Diet can play a significant role in maintaining healthy estrogen levels. High estrogen foods include olive oil, avocados, nuts, fish, and more

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Methotrexate interactions to avoid

Other types of methotrexate interactions to be aware of include those that may enhance the toxicities associated with methotrexate

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Health Education

What is the best probiotic for vaginal health?

Curious which is the best probiotic for vaginal health? Here’s how to choose a probiotic and how to optimize vaginal health.

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Carvedilol interactions to avoid

Carvedilol typically interacts with medications that impact heart rate or manage high blood pressure but can also interact with medications that rev up or slow down its metabolism

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