Over the counter medications and genetics

Pharmacogenetic testing only benefits those who take prescription medications, right? Wrong! Pharmacogenetic testing can help inform the safe use of over-the-counter medications like NSAIDs (ibuprofen and naproxen) and proton pump inhibitors (lansoprazole, omeprazole, esomeprazole). PGx testing can also tell you about risks with a common cold remedy: dextromethorphan. Also known as “DM” and “DXM”, dextromethorphan […]