Tag: pharmacogenomics

Genetic Factors in Statin Tolerance: How Pharmacogenomics Testing Can Help
Genetic Factors in Statin Tolerance: How Pharmacogenomics Testing Can Help
Graham Everly February 12, 2026

Genetic factors, especially the SLCO1B1 gene variant, play a major role in statin tolerance. Pharmacogenomics testing can help identify who’s at risk for muscle side effects and guide safer statin choices - but access and interpretation remain challenges.

Genetic Variations and Drug Metabolism: How Your DNA Affects Medication Safety
Genetic Variations and Drug Metabolism: How Your DNA Affects Medication Safety
Graham Everly February 2, 2026

Pharmacogenomics uses your DNA to predict how you'll respond to medications. Learn how gene variations affect drug metabolism, reduce side effects, and improve treatment for depression, heart disease, and cancer.