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Genetic Variation of Hepatic Enzymes Influence on β-Blocker Dose in Patients With Reduced Ejection Fraction Heart Failure.
Journal of pharmacy practice - 1 Feb 2020
Ingram Adam, Valente Megan
Abstract excerpt
Beta-blockers such as metoprolol, carvedilol, and bisoprolol are indicated for the treatment of patients with reduced ejection fraction heart failure. Heart failure treatment guidelines call for titration of these medications to specific target doses for morbidity and mortality benefit. Hepatic enzymes are responsible for metabolizing these medications; however, these enzymes are subject to genetic variations...
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