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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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Bridging Warfarin for Prostate Embolization
Just to get it right, Warfarin does not cause embolization, rather it works as an anticoagulant. It is a blood thinner and may be safe to…
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Signs Your Antidepressant Dose is Too Low or Too High
Antidepressants can be a vital part of managing depression and anxiety disorders, but understanding how they work and recognizing signs of dosage issues is essential for…
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Understand DNA Testing for weight loss by RPH Labs
Most are striving for a customized approach as they look for effective fat-loss solutions. Due to increasing knowledge of genetics, pharmacogenetic testing is an additional aid…
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Best Pharmacogenetic Testing Companies
Pharmacogenetic testing, also known as pharmacogenomics, is the study of how an individual’s genetic makeup affects their response to medications. This testing analyzes specific genetic variations…
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CYP2C19 Rapid Metabolizer
Introduction to Metabolizers Metabolizers play a crucial role in how our bodies process medications. The term “metabolizer” refers to an individual’s genetic capacity to break down…
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The Role of the DRD2 Gene in ADHD Development
ADHD is a very complex disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Though commonly detected in children, many ADHD symptoms persist into adulthood. These impact school…
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PGx Gene Test for Skin Care: Your Road to Glowing Skin
In the quest for fair, bright-looking, healthy skin, we often turn to a timely high number of products and generalized tips promising miraculous results. What if…
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CYP1A2 and Phenylalanine: What’s Phenylalanine?
Phenylalanine is an amino acid. Amino acids and proteins are known as the building blocks of life. When protein breaks down, amino acids are formed in…
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Is ADHD drug therapy useful for anxiety?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental illness whose destructive influence often tends to be underestimated. Nevertheless, a person suffering from ADHD may not be…
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