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Gene-Drug Interaction

Meaning

A pharmacogenetic phenomenon describing how an individual’s unique genetic composition influences the therapeutic outcome, dosage requirement, or toxicity profile of a specific pharmaceutical agent. These clinically relevant interactions are primarily governed by polymorphisms in genes that encode drug-metabolizing enzymes, drug transporters, or the drug’s intended receptor target. Understanding these variations is essential for implementing personalized medicine and optimizing therapeutic safety and efficacy.