Stephanie Melby, Pharm.D.

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Stephanie Melby, B.S., Pharm.D., received a Bachelor of Science in nutrition from the University of Minnesota and a doctorate of pharmacy from the University of New England. She has seven years of experience in retail pharmacy and is certified in Medication Therapy Management (MTM). Dr. Melby resides in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Purple inhaler: What can I take instead of Breo Ellipta?

Breo Ellipta alternatives: What can I take instead of Breo Ellipta?

Used to treat asthma and COPD, this brand-name combination inhaler doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

Rx pill bottle and toilet paper respresenting phentermine and constipation

Does phentermine cause constipation?

Constipation is a common side effect of phentermine. Discover why it happens and how you can manage it effectively.

Bottle of spilled Rx tablets: What can I take instead of buspirone?

Buspirone alternatives: What can I take instead of buspirone?

Used to treat anxiety, this generic anxiolytic doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

Two autoinjector pens: What can I take instead of Skyrizi?

Skyrizi alternatives: What can I take instead of Skyrizi?

Used to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions, this brand-name biologic doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

Three Rx pill bottles: Elavil (amitriptyline) alternatives

Elavil (amitriptyline) alternatives: What can I take instead of ...

Used to treat depression, this generic TCA doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

Three Rx pill bottles: Hydroxyzine alternatives

Hydroxyzine alternatives: What can I take instead of hydroxyzine?

Used to treat anxiety or manage itching, this generic antihistamine doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

Hand holding two Rx pills and Rx pill bottle: Nexletol alternatives

Nexletol (bempedoic acid) alternatives: What can I take instead ...

Used to treat lower bad cholesterol, this brand-name Antihyperlipidemic doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

Three Rx pill bottles: Biktarvy alternatives

Biktarvy alternatives: What can I take instead of Biktarvy?

Used to treat HIV-1 infections, this brand-name antiviral doesn't work for everyone, but there are other options available

three Rx pill bottles: Nurtec alternatives

Nurtec (rimegepant) alternatives: What can I take instead of Nur...

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

Three Rx pill bottles: Hydrochlorothiazide interactions

Hydrochlorothiazide interactions to avoid

In addition to interactions with medications, hydrochlorothiazide can interact with licorice root and alcohol

Rx pill bottle and Rx prescription pad: Tadalafil interactions

Tadalafil interactions to avoid

Tadalafil can cause severely low blood pressure if taken with other medications that can lower blood pressure, such as nitrates and alpha blockers

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