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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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

A gloved hand is holding a urine test kit: How to relieve UTI pain fast

Health Education

How to relieve UTI pain fast

UTIs can be uncomfortable and bothersome. Here’s how to get instant UTI relief.

Rx prescription pad and Rx pill bottle: Colchicine interactions to avoid

Colchicine interactions to avoid

Do not take colchicine with Filspari, Paxlovid, Relyvrio, Reyvow, or Vonjo without consulting a healthcare professional

Three Rx pill bottles: Pregabalin interactions

Pregabalin interactions to avoid

In addition to interactions with other medications, pregabalin can also interact with alcohol and cannabinoid-containing products

Rx prescription pad and Rx pill bottle: Omeprazole interactions

Omeprazole interactions to avoid

Many different drugs can interact with omeprazole and cause a variety of unwanted adverse effects

Rx pill bottle and prescription pad: Clindamycin interactions

Clindamycin interactions to avoid

Some side effects of clindamycin, including constipation, diarrhea, nausea,and gastrointestinal (GI) problems, can intensify when combined with certain medications

Rx cream: Vaniqa alternatives

Vaniqa (eflornithine) alternatives: What can I take instead of V...

Vaniqa (eflornithine) doesn't work for everyone. Ethinyl Estradiol/Norethindrone, Ethinyl Estradiol/Drospirenone, Ethinyl Estradiol/Drospirenone, Aldactone, and Proscar are some Vaniqa alternatives. Get the full list here.

Spilled Rx pills: Methocarbamol interactions

Methocarbamol interactions to avoid

Learn what medicines you should avoid while taking this muscle relaxant

Hand holding Rx pills: Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine ER) alternatives

Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine ER) alternatives: Wha...

Adderall XR (amphetamine-dextroamphetamine ER) doesn't work for everyone. Mydayis, Vyvanse, Adzenys XR, Dyanavel XR, and Xelstrym are some Adderall XR alternatives. Get the full list here.

Rx tablets: Pantoprazole (Protonix) alternatives

Pantoprazole (Protonix) alternatives: What can I take instead of...

Protonix (pantoprazole) doesn't work for everyone. Omeprazole, esomeprazole, lansoprazole, dexlansoprazole, and rabeprazole are some pantoprazole alternatives. Get the full list here.

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