The Application of Pharmacogenetics in Toxicity Prevention and Drug Effect Improvement

A special issue of Pharmaceuticals (ISSN 1424-8247). This special issue belongs to the section "Pharmacology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 273

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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Nowadays, the field of pharmacogenomics has seen remarkable progress, and it is expected that further advancements have occurred up to the present moment. Pharmacogenomics, the study of how an individual's genetic makeup influences their response to drugs, has increasingly gained prominence in personalized medicine. Recent developments include the identification of new genetic markers associated with drug metabolism, efficacy, and adverse reactions. The integration of next-generation sequencing technologies has allowed for more comprehensive genomic profiling, enabling healthcare professionals to tailor drug prescriptions based on an individual's genetic profile. Additionally, collaborative efforts between researchers, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare providers have led to the development of guidelines and databases that facilitate the interpretation of genetic variations in the context of drug response. The ongoing progress in pharmacogenomics holds promise for optimizing drug therapy, minimizing adverse effects, and improving overall patient outcomes.

This Special Issue aims to gather cutting-edge research, innovative methodologies, and insightful perspectives that contribute to the understanding and advancement of pharmacogenetics, strategies for preventing drug toxicity, and methods for enhancing drug efficacy. We believe that your expertise in [mention the specific area of expertise or contribution] would significantly enrich the content of this Special Issue.

We look forward to receiving your valuable contribution to this Special Issue. Both research article Reviews are welcomed, we aim to be a comprehensive and influential compilation of research in the field.

Dr. Pura Ballester
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • pharmacogenetics
  • drug toxicity prevention
  • efficacy enhancement
  • pharmaceutical research
  • precision medicine
  • therapeutic optimization

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