Manuela Callari
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Dr. Manuela Callari is an Australian-based freelance science and medical writer. She earned her PhD in Medical Science, a Bachelor and a Master’s degree in Material Science, and is a member of the Australasian Medical Writers Association (AMWA) and of Australian Science Communicators (ASC). She has been published in Lateral Magazine, Careers with STEM, Warringal Publications (Health & PE) and Inspiring Australia. She is also an editor at Remember the Wild.
Posts By Manuela Callari
Omeprazole Withdrawal - What are the Symptoms & How Long Do They Last?
Generally, you can stop omeprazole without reducing the dose first. But if you have used it for a long time, suddenly interrupting may make your stomach produce a lot more acid, and your…
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Omeprazole and Pregnancy
You should consult your doctor before taking omeprazole if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medication passes into breast milk, and the effects on a nursing infant are unknown. Can…
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Omeprazole Half-Life – How Long Does it Stay in Your System?
Omeprazole is currently the 7th most commonly prescribed drug in the United States, with almost 59,000,000 prescriptions in 2017. Considering how popular this drug is right now, it pays to…
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Omeprazole Interactions with Drugs, Food & Conditions
Drug Interactions According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, drugs that may interact with omeprazole include the following: Antiretrovirals such as rilpivirine-containing products…
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Omeprazole – Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & Interactions
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is often sold under the brand names of Prilosec, Zegerid, Prilosec OTC, and Zegerid OTC.
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Cellulitis
What is Cellulitis? Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that often affects the lower legs, but it can occur anywhere in the body. What Does Cellulitis Look and Feel Like? It can appear as…
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Cellulitis Epidemiology
Cellulitis is a relatively common condition, and most often occurs in middle-aged and older adults. When comparing cisgender men and women, there is no statistically significant difference in…
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Cellulitis Prognosis
How long cellulitis lasts depends on: the extent of the infection, the type of bacteria that caused it, and the general health of the patient. Very mild cellulitis cases may resolve themselves…
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Cellulitis Treatment Options
Cellulitis is usually treated with antibiotics. Treatment Options Prescription Oral Antibiotics Most mild cases of cellulitis are treated with prescription oral antibiotics. Patients…
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Cellulitis Prevention
To prevent recurring cellulitis, it is important to: Keep any disrupted areas of the skin clean. Wash cuts, ulcers, and wounds gently with water. Then, apply a protective lotion or…
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