Pharmacogenetics from ethno-cultural perspectives

Abstract

Advances in genetic technology have focussed on how genetic polymorphisms may impact on drug metabolism, response, adverse effects and clinical outcome. As drug handling and response is significantly driven by genetic factors, genotyping holds promise for personalised medicines. However, high genetic variability and multiple drug effects present a significant challenge to provide useful guidelines in clinical practice. In addition, the expressions of polymorphic genes that control neurobiological functions and drug metabolising enzymes are also influenced by environmental and dietary factors. With the increasing accessibility and affordability of genotyping, predicting clinical efficacy and ..