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How a Pharmacogenomics Test Helped Kelly Lasarow Find the Right Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment

Published 06/02/2025

Methotrexate is commonly used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA) by inhibiting dihydrofolate reductase (DHFR), which affects folate metabolism and reduces inflammation. However, its effectiveness depends on how efficiently the body processes folate, which is largely influenced by the MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase) gene.

How to Choose The Right Medication for Depression and Anxiety

Published 21/01/2025

As an everyday consumer or patient, you have more control over your medication options than you might think. If you’re dealing with anxiety or depression, drugs like citalopram, escitalopram, and sertraline are commonly recommended. The choice often depends on your symptoms, your history with side effects, potential interactions with other medications, or even foods!

Benefits of PGx Testing for You and Your Healthcare Practitioner

Published 21/01/2025

When speaking with doctors in the field of mental health, we’ve identified several recurring themes that highlight the importance of pharmacogenomic testing in the UK. These are: Addressing serious medical conditions, mitigating serious side effects, reducing the financial burden of expensive medications, optimising outcomes when time is limited.