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GlossaryPharmacogenetics

study of how genes affect individual responses to medications

Pharmacogenetics is the study of how an individual's genetic makeup affects their response to drugs. This field aims to tailor medical treatments to each person’s genetic profile, enhancing drug efficacy and minimizing adverse effects. It is also known as pharmacogenomics, and involves testing specific genes to predict how a patient will respond to certain medications.

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research A Study on the Clinical Profile and Pharmacogenetics of Methotrexate Treatment in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis

April 2014

The 1298CC genotype in RA patients leads to higher methotrexate toxicity, while the 1298AA genotype results in better treatment response.

research Pharmacogenetic Analysis of Human Steroid 5α Reductase Type II: Comparison of Finasteride and Dutasteride

26 citations, June 2005 in “Journal of Molecular Endocrinology”

Dutasteride is more efficient than finasteride, but individual results vary.

research Spontaneous Cutaneous Adverse Drug Reaction Reports: An Analysis of a 10-Year Dataset in Singapore

13 citations, March 2019 in “Pharmacology Research & Perspectives”

In Singapore, most skin reactions to drugs were in females and Chinese, often caused by painkillers, antibiotics, and some other drugs, with serious cases linked to genetics.

research Drug Eruptions in Dermatology

11 citations, June 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”

Skin reactions to drugs are common and can be deadly, usually requiring stopping the drug and may be better prevented with genetic testing in the future.

research Genomic Markers and Personalized Medicine in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review

August 2024 in “Cosmetics”

Personalized treatments for hair loss are becoming more effective by using genetic information.

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community 35% regrowth brothers and sisters! More effective than Minox and Fin?

in Treatment 107 upvotes 6 years ago

A double-blind clinical study that found ingestion of tocotrienols resulted in a 34.5% increase in hair regrowth compared to the placebo group, and discussion about potential side effects and cost of supplementation with vitamin E pills. The conversation noted that it may be more effective than commonly used treatments like minoxidil and finasteride.

community Doc suggested to start using Fin

in Treatment 184 upvotes 6 months ago

A user is seeking advice on hair loss treatment and has been prescribed finasteride. They currently use minoxidil, rosemary oil, and castor oil, and are considering adding dermarolling. Respondents suggest daily use of minoxidil and finasteride, with some recommending additional treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, dermapen, dutasteride, and vitamins.

community Dutasteride Vs. Testosterone, who wins?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 58 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses whether 2.5mg of dutasteride or 200mg of testosterone weekly is more influential in preventing hair loss, with various personal experiences indicating that the effectiveness is dependent on the individual's genetic profile. Some users report that dutasteride is likely to be more effective at the given doses.

community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 44 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community Incredible results after just 1 month on dutasteride and minoxidil!

in Progress Pictures 108 upvotes 1 month ago

A user reported significant hair improvement after one month of using dutasteride and oral minoxidil. Others expressed skepticism, attributing perceived changes to lighting and styling, and debated the effectiveness and risks of these treatments.

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