2.9.2.4: Genetics

Pharmacology - Principles and Application for Medical Assistants · LibreTexts

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    In choosing a drug for a patient, a prescriber often considers genetics or pharmacogenomics. Drugs do not have the same effectiveness or potential for allergic reactions for all people. For example, most people can take coumadin to prevent blood clots, but it may cause a severe allergic reaction in some people. Researchers are taking advantage of this phenomenon and are working to create medications specifically developed for a person’s genetic makeup. This work is called pharmacogenomics and is expected to have a significant impact on healthcare and medications (MedlinePlus, 2022).

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