Celexa is an antidepressant drug which is prescribed for those who suffer with depression. However, some people respond well to this form of treatment while others do not. Recent evidence in scientific research on this drug shows that the genetic make up of a person affects their reaction to the drug.
Research conducted at the Mayo clinic shows that by testing the dissimilarity in the gene which transports serotonin, it could be determined as to who would react better to this drug.
This is an important break through as almost 10 percent of the population of America uses antidepressants. However, this technique helps in finding the right drug which will be effective in treating different people.
There is no need for a trial and error method once this procedure, which is pharmacogenetic, shows whether the drug will be effective or not on the patient.
Tests for this “serotonin transporter gene” or SLC6A4 were conducted on over 2000 people. Those who were possibly going to get more assistance from Celexa, were the patients who were white and their gene had two variations in the tests. This is a step forward in the treatment of people with psychiatric problems.
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Celexa is an antidepressant drug which is prescribed for those who suffer with depression. However, some people respond well to this form of treatment while others do not….