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The CYP2D6 genotype predicts the oral clearance of the neuroleptic agents perphenazine and zuclopenthixol.
Clinical pharmacology and therapeutics - 1 Apr 1996
Jerling M, Dahl M L, Aberg-Wistedt A, Liljenberg B, Landell N E, Bertilsson L, Sjöqvist F
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BACKGROUND: Most antidepressant and neuroleptic agents are metabolized by the polymorphic cytochrome P450 enzyme CYP2D6. This study evaluates the importance of the CYP2D6 genotype for the disposition of the neuroleptic agents perphenazine and zuclopenthixol. METHODS: Patients treated with neuroleptic agents (n = 36) were studied prospectively with regard to CYP2D6 genotype and neuroleptic plasma concentration...
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