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Update on pharmacogenetics in epilepsy: a brief review.
The Lancet. Neurology - 1 Feb 2006
Szoeke Cassandra E I, Newton Mark, Wood Julie M, Goldstein David, Berkovic Samuel F, OBrien Terrence J, Sheffield Les J
Abstract excerpt
Recent developments in the pharmacogenetics of antiepileptic drugs provide new prospects for predicting the efficacy of treatment and potential side-effects. Epilepsy is a common, serious, and treatable neurological disorder, yet current treatment is limited by high rates of adverse drug reactions and lack of complete seizure control in a significant proportion of patients. The disorder is especially suitable for...
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