Article
-759C>T Polymorphism of the HTR2C Gene is Associated with Second Generation Antipsychotic-Induced Weight Gain in Female Patients with Schizophrenia.
Pharmacopsychiatry - 1 Jan 2017
Daray Federico Manuel, Rodante Demián, Carosella Laura G, Silva María Elena, Martínez Melina, Fernández Busch María V, Faccone Diego F, Rothlin Rodolfo P, Maffía Paulo C
Abstract excerpt
Introduction: The HTR2C gene is an important candidate in pharmacogenetic studies of antipsychotic-induced weight gain (AIWG). However, inconsistent results have been obtained. The present study investigated the association between -759C>T, functional polymorphism of the HTR2C receptor, and AIWG. Methods: A prospective cohort of 48 female inpatients with schizophrenia and related illness treated according to...
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