Pharmacogenomics

Pharmacogenomics is a branch of medical science that uses genetic information to develop drugs tailored to an individual’s genetic makeup, resulting in greater efficacy and fewer side effects. Pharmacogenomics seeks to understand how a person’s genetic variation affects their response to drugs, allowing clinicians to prescribe medications and dosages that are tailored to their individual needs. By doing so, it can improve outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. Pharmacogenomics is being used in the development of new drugs, determination of drug dosage, prediction of response to treatment, and personalised medication. Additionally, it can help to reduce health disparities, by enabling the development of drugs to treat diseases that are more common in certain populations.