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Pharmacogenomics, explained by the pharmacists who read the reports
Plain-language writing on CYP2D6 and CYP2C19 metabolizer status, drug gene interactions, antidepressant and statin selection, insurance coverage, and what a pharmacogenomic test can and cannot tell you.
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Featured · Pain managementWhy Do Statins Cause Muscle Pain? Causes & Risk Factors
Sore legs & heavy shoulders. Aching that started right around the time you filled a new cholesterol prescription. If this sounds familiar, you’re dealing with one of the most common complaints tied to statins: muscle pain. Doctors call it statin-induced myopathy once…
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Will Azithromycin Treat Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)?
One of the most common bacterial infections is urinary tract infections (UTIs). Millions of people experience this infection annually. It arises when bad bacteria, usually Escherichia…
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Avoidable Medical Errors: Causes, Consequences, & Solutions
Medical errors refer to preventable mistakes in healthcare that can cause harm to patients. These errors can occur in diagnosis, treatment, medication administration, surgery, or even…
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Seroquel Overdose: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
Seroquel is an atypical antipsychotic drug. It is given for the treatment of mental disorders, primarily for the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive…
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Effexor vs Lexapro: Differences, Effectiveness, Side Effects
Choosing the right antidepressant depends on your symptoms, medical history, and how your body processes medication. Millions of patients experience depression and anxiety each year, yet…
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Genome-Based Diagnostics
Introduction The connection between the human genome (complete set of your DNA) and medications has been a matter of study for years, however, due to limited…
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How Long Does Zoloft Stay in Your System? Know in depth
This is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the treatment of mental disorders like depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and OCD. The medicines used belong…
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SLCO1B1 Decreased Function
The SLCO1B1 gene encodes the organic anion (group of compounds that include fatty acids, bile acids, and anionic drugs) transporting polypeptide 1B1 (OATP1B1), a liver-specific transmembrane…
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What is a PGx Test and Genomic Medicine?
The history of medication has been working around trials and errors. This not only has proven to sometimes aggravate the condition but even deaths have occurred…
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Modafinil vs Adderall: A Detailed Comparison and Analysis
In today’s fast-paced world, the pressure to stay productive and focused is higher than ever. This has led to the increased use of cognitive-enhancing drugs, such…
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