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Association of GST polymorphism with adverse drug reactions: an analysis across multiple drug categories
Soukaina Ettoury1, Sara Louati1, Ibtissam Saad1
1Medical Biotechnology Laboratory, Medical and Pharmacy School, Mohammed V University, Rabat, Morocco.
Introduction:
Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) pose a significant challenge in clinical practice, impacting patient safety and treatment outcomes. Genetic variations in drug-metabolizing enzymes, particularly glutathione S-transferases (GSTs), have been implicated in modulating individual susceptibility to ADRs.
Areas Covered:
This overview aims to explore the association between GSTs genetic polymorphisms and ADRs across diverse drug categories documented in current literature. Here we cover antiepileptic, immunosuppressive, chemotherapeutic agents, analgesics, antivirals, and antibiotics.
Expert Opinion:
According to the existing literature, the association between genetic polymorphisms in GST theta (GSTT1), GST mu (GSTM1), and GST pi (GSTP1) and adverse drug reaction occurrence has been frequently reported. However, the strength of these associations varies considerably among studies, with some showing inconsistent or contradictory results, underscoring the need for further investigations.
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