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The SingleCare Team ensures that all content on The Checkup, a blog by SingleCare, is medically accurate, evidence-based, and trustworthy. Our team works with a network of experienced freelance health writers and medical clinicians who provide expert review, fact-checking, and prescription guidance. Our pharmacists, physicians, dietitians, and veterinarians guarantee that the articles on our blog are educational and medically accurate.
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Health Education
Mar. 12, 2020
6 asthma attack triggers and how to prevent them
Drug Info
What is Sudafed and what is it used for?
If you have a stuffy nose or sinus pain, finding relief from…
Mar. 4, 2020
Health Education
What is a nebulizer? Learn how it works and why you might need one
Nebulizer machines help treat asthma and other respiratory conditions
Updated on Nov. 3, 2022
Company
What OTC allergy meds can I save on?
If your itchy eyes or runny nose are driving you crazy, don't pay full price
Updated on Mar. 18, 2022
Wellness
The benefits of activated charcoal and how to use it safely
Activated charcoal is used to detoxify the body, treat certain conditions, and to relieve symptoms such as diarrhea
Updated on Sep. 27, 2024
Health Education
Cold sore remedies and medicine: How to get rid of cold sores
What is a cold sore? | Cold sore triggers | Stages of…
Feb. 26, 2020
Drug Info
How long does Xanax last?
Xanax has a half-life of 11 hours. Learn how long you will feel the effects and how long Xanax lasts on the shelf.
Updated on Nov. 13, 2024
Drug Info
ACE inhibitors vs. beta blockers: Which blood pressure medicatio...
Seventy-five million American adults have high blood pressure (hypertension), but only 54%…
Feb. 19, 2020
Drug Info
Is it safe to take ibuprofen and Tylenol together?
Ibuprophen and Tylenol can be safely taken together at the right dose
Updated on Aug. 2, 2023
Health Education
8 medications that cause constipation
Opioids, NSAIDs, antihistamines, tricyclic antidepressants, urinary incontinence medications, iron, blood pressure meds, and anti-nausea medicine are medications that may cause constipation
Updated on Apr. 7, 2023
Drug Info
What is Toradol and what is it used for?
A physician might give you Toradol (ketorolac) in the emergency room for…
Feb. 7, 2020