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Poor metabolisers

Radboud University Medical Center · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Poor metabolisers is not a drug but a pharmacogenetic classification describing individuals with reduced capacity to metabolize certain medications due to genetic variations in drug-metabolizing enzymes.

At a glance

Generic namePoor metabolisers
SponsorRadboud University Medical Center
ModalitySmall molecule
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Poor metabolisers refers to a patient phenotype, not a therapeutic agent. It describes individuals who carry genetic variants (typically loss-of-function mutations) in cytochrome P450 enzymes or other metabolic pathways, resulting in significantly reduced drug clearance. This classification is used to guide personalized dosing and drug selection to prevent adverse events from drug accumulation.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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