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Genetic testing for CYP2D6 and CYP2C19 suggests improved outcome for antidepressant and antipsychotic medication.
Psychiatry research - 1 Sept 2019
Walden Lucas M, Brandl Eva J, Tiwari Arun K, Cheema Sheraz, Freeman Natalie, Braganza Nicole, Kennedy James L, Müller Daniel J
Abstract excerpt
Individuals carrying genetic variants that result in non-extensive CYP2D6 and CYP2C19 enzyme activity seem to be more prone to non-response and side-effects of psychotropic medications. Therefore, tailoring prescriptions using genetic information may improve patient outcomes. This study examined treatment outcome in psychiatric care after CYP2D6 and CYP2C19 genetic information was provided to patients and...
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