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Association of regulatory TPH2 polymorphisms with higher reduction in depressive symptoms in children and adolescents treated with fluoxetine.
Progress in neuro-psychopharmacology & biological psychiatry - 3 Jul 2017
Gassó Patricia, Rodríguez Natalia, Boloc Daniel, Blázquez Ana, Torres Teresa, Gortat Ana, Plana Maria Teresa, Lafuente Amalia, Mas Sergi, Arnaiz Joan Albert, Lázaro Luisa
Abstract excerpt
Genetic variability related to the brain serotonergic system has a significant impact on both the susceptibility to psychiatric disorders, such as major depressive disorder (MDD), and the response to antidepressant drugs, such as fluoxetine. TPH2 is one of the most important serotonergic candidate genes in selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) pharmacogenetic studies. The aim of the present study was to...
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