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The pharmacogenetics of β-adrenergic receptor antagonists in the treatment of hypertension and heart failure.
Expert opinion on drug metabolism & toxicology - 1 Jul 2012
Chan Sze Wa, Hu Miao, Tomlinson Brian
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INTRODUCTION: β-Blockers have an important therapeutic role throughout the cardiovascular continuum. However, there is considerable variation in response to these drugs, which may be related to genetic influences on their pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamic effects. AREAS COVERED: This review focuses on genetic variations in the drug metabolizing enzymes which influence the pharmacokinetics and potentially the...
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