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Genetic determinants of metamizole metabolism modify the risk of developing anaphylaxis.
Pharmacogenetics and genomics - 1 Sept 2015
García-Martín Elena, Esguevillas Gara, Blanca-López Natalia, García-Menaya Jesús, Blanca Miguel, Amo Gemma, Canto Gabriela, Martínez Carmen, Cordobés Concepción, Agúndez José A G
Abstract excerpt
Metamizole is a NSAID that has been banned in several countries because of its toxicity. It is often involved in selective hypersensitivity reactions and most hypersensitivity patients develop anaphylaxis. Metamizole is rapidly metabolized, and metabolic profiles are related to genetic factors. We analyzed whether genetic determinants of metamizole metabolism influence the risk of developing hypersensitivity in...
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