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The relevance of CYP2D6 genetic polymorphism on chronic metoprolol therapy in cardiovascular patients.
Journal of clinical pharmacy and therapeutics - 1 Feb 2006
Ismail R, Teh L K
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: CYP2D6 polymorphisms are well described in normal populations but there are few data on its clinical significance. We therefore investigated the influence of CYP2D6 polymorphism on steady-state plasma concentrations and apparent oral clearance of metoprolol in patients with cardiovascular diseases. METHODS: Ninety-one patients on metoprolol were recruited. Plasma concentrations of...
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