Pharmacogenetic testing examines specific genes that influence how the body absorbs, metabolizes, and eliminates drugs. Different individuals process medications differently based on their genetic makeup, which can categorize them into:
- Poor Metabolizers – Process drugs too slowly, leading to side effects or toxicity.
- Intermediate Metabolizers – Process drugs slower than normal, requiring dose adjustments.
- Normal Metabolizers – Process drugs at an expected rate with standard dosages.
- Ultra-Rapid Metabolizers – Process drugs too quickly, making standard doses ineffective.
Neurology & Psychiatry Medications
– Antidepressants: SSRIs, SNRIs (e.g., Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Venlafaxine)
– Antipsychotics: (e.g., Risperidone, Aripiprazole, Clozapine)
– ADHD Medications: (e.g., Atomoxetine, Methylphenidate)
Cardiology Medications
– Blood Thinners: Warfarin, Clopidogrel
– Statins (Cholesterol drugs): Atorvastatin, Simvastatin
– Beta-blockers: Metoprolol, Propranolol
Pain Management Medications
– Opioids: Codeine, Tramadol, Oxycodone
– NSAIDs: Ibuprofen, Naproxen
Infectious Disease & Antibiotics
– HIV Medications: Abacavir
– Antibiotics: Rifampin, Isoniazid
Cancer & Chemotherapy Drugs
– Tamoxifen, 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU), Cisplatin
Neurology & Psychiatry Medications
– Antidepressants: SSRIs, SNRIs (e.g., Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Venlafaxine)
– Antipsychotics: (e.g., Risperidone, Aripiprazole, Clozapine)
– ADHD Medications: (e.g., Atomoxetine, Methylphenidate)
Cardiology Medications
– Blood Thinners: Warfarin, Clopidogrel
– Statins (Cholesterol drugs): Atorvastatin, Simvastatin
– Beta-blockers: Metoprolol, Propranolol
Pain Management Medications
– Opioids: Codeine, Tramadol, Oxycodone
– NSAIDs: Ibuprofen, Naproxen
Infectious Disease & Antibiotics
– HIV Medications: Abacavir
– Antibiotics: Rifampin, Isoniazid
Cancer & Chemotherapy Drugs
– Tamoxifen, 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU), Cisplatin
Avoid Side Effects: Reduce adverse drug reactions by knowing which drugs your body can’t tolerate.
Find the Right Medication Faster: No more trial and error—get a treatment plan tailored to your DNA.
Improve Drug Effectiveness: Ensure the best dose and drug for your condition.
Prevent Drug Interactions: Some genetic variations can cause serious complications when taking multiple medications.
- Anyone taking multiple medications (to prevent drug interactions)
- Individuals who experienced adverse reactions to medications
- Patients with chronic conditions (depression, heart disease, chronic pain, etc.)
- Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy
Simple & Painless – A cheek swab or blood sample is collected.
Sent to a Lab – Your genetic variations are analyzed.
Personalized Report – Your doctor receives results to guide your medication plan.
How Does Pharmacogenetic Testing Work?
Pharmacogenetic testing examines specific genes that influence how the body absorbs, metabolizes, and eliminates drugs. Different individuals process medications differently based on their genetic makeup, which can categorize them into:
- Poor Metabolizers – Process drugs too slowly, leading to side effects or toxicity.
- Intermediate Metabolizers – Process drugs slower than normal, requiring dose adjustments.
- Normal Metabolizers – Process drugs at an expected rate with standard dosages.
- Ultra-Rapid Metabolizers – Process drugs too quickly, making standard doses ineffective.
What Medications Can Be Tested?
Neurology & Psychiatry Medications
– Antidepressants: SSRIs, SNRIs (e.g., Fluoxetine, Paroxetine, Venlafaxine)
– Antipsychotics: (e.g., Risperidone, Aripiprazole, Clozapine)
– ADHD Medications: (e.g., Atomoxetine, Methylphenidate)
Cardiology Medications
– Blood Thinners: Warfarin, Clopidogrel
– Statins (Cholesterol drugs): Atorvastatin, Simvastatin
– Beta-blockers: Metoprolol, Propranolol
Pain Management Medications
– Opioids: Codeine, Tramadol, Oxycodone
– NSAIDs: Ibuprofen, Naproxen
Infectious Disease & Antibiotics
– HIV Medications: Abacavir
– Antibiotics: Rifampin, Isoniazid
Cancer & Chemotherapy Drugs
– Tamoxifen, 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU), Cisplatin
Why Should You Get a Pharmacogenetic Test?
Avoid Side Effects: Reduce adverse drug reactions by knowing which drugs your body can’t tolerate.
Find the Right Medication Faster: No more trial and error—get a treatment plan tailored to your DNA.
Improve Drug Effectiveness: Ensure the best dose and drug for your condition.
Prevent Drug Interactions: Some genetic variations can cause serious complications when taking multiple medications
Who Should Consider Pharmacogenetic Testing?
- Anyone taking multiple medications (to prevent drug interactions)
- Individuals who experienced adverse reactions to medications
- Patients with chronic conditions (depression, heart disease, chronic pain, etc.)
- Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy
How is the Test Done?
Simple & Painless – A cheek swab or blood sample is collected.
Sent to a Lab – Your genetic variations are analyzed.
Personalized Report – Your doctor receives results to guide your medication plan.