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Dr. Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Bio

Stacy Wiegman, a Sharecare Editorial Advisory Board member, is a licensed pharmacist and a medical writer and editor. During her career she has managed both hospital and retail pharmacies, worked in the pharmaceutical industry as a medical science liaison in oncology and gastroenterology, served as a poison control specialist and a nursing home consultant, and taught medication error prevention seminars. Stacy is also the editor of the conception site on bellaonline.com.
Education: • Master of Science, Hospital Pharmacy Administration, University of Wisconsin • Doctor of Pharmacy, University of Kansas • Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with Highest Distinction, University of Kansas

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  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What are possible side effects of solifenacin (VESIcare)?
    Call your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects of solifenacin (VESIcare),...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    Can Prinivil interact with other medications or foods?
    Prinivil (lisinopril) doesn't interact with foods, but drinking alcohol while taking Prinivil can...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What should I know about Potiga before taking it?
    Before taking Potiga (ezogabine), you should know why your doctor prescribed this medication, how...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    Can Prinivil interact with other medications or foods?
    Prinivil (lisinopril) doesn't interact with foods, but drinking alcohol while taking Prinivil can...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What are possible side effects of solifenacin (VESIcare)?
    Call your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects of solifenacin (VESIcare),...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What are the possible side effects of VESIcare (solfenacin)?
    Call your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects of VESIcare (solifenacin),...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    When should I call my doctor if I am taking Potiga?
    If you are taking Potiga (ezogabine), a medication to treat seizures in people who have epilepsy,...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What are the possible side effects of Potiga?
    Possible side effects from Potiga (ezogabine) include dizziness, fatigue, confusion, tremor,...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    Can Aceon interact with other medications?
    The blood pressure medication Aceon (perindopril) interacts with the following substances:...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    Who should not take Aceon?
    Pregnant women should not take the blood pressure medication Aceon (perindopril) because it can...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What are the side effects of Selzentry?
    Call 911 for emergency medical help if you have symptoms of an allergic reaction to Selzentry, such...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What should I know about levonorgestrel before taking it?
    Levonorgestrel is not intended for use as a regular contraceptive. It should be used only as an...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What should I know about Samsca before having it administered?
    Samsca should only be administered in a hospital. This is because your blood sodium levels will...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    Who should take levonorgestrel?
    Levonorgestrel is intended for women and adolescents of menstrual age who need emergency...  Full Post
  • Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
    Stacy Wiegman, PharmD answered:
    What should I know about levonorgestrel before taking it?
    Levonorgestrel is not intended for use as a regular contraceptive. It should be used only as an...  Full Post