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MDR-1 genotypes and quetiapine pharmacokinetics in healthy volunteers.
Drug metabolism and drug interactions - 1 Jan 2013
González-Vacarezza Nicolás, Dorado Pedro, Peñas-Lledó Eva M, Fariñas Humberto, Estévez-Carrizo Francisco E, Llerena Adrián
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BACKGROUND: P-glycoprotein is an efflux transporter encoded by the multidrug-resistance MDR-1 gene, which influences the absorption and excretion of a variety of drugs. The relation between quetiapine pharmacokinetics and MDR-1 genetic polymorphisms remains controversial. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to analyze the association between quetiapine plasma concentrations and MDR-1 genetic polymorphisms...
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