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Optimizing Drug Therapy Using Genomic Information: A Pathway to Personalized Medicine  

Shuyi Chen
Institute of Life Science, Jiyang College of Zhejiang A&F University, Zhuji, 311800, China
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International Journal of Molecular Medical Science, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 1   doi: 10.5376/ijmms.2024.14.0009
Received: 01 Mar., 2024    Accepted: 02 Apr., 2024    Published: 12 Apr., 2024
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Chen S.Y., 2024, Optimizing drug therapy using genomic information: a pathway to personalized medicine, International Journal of Molecular Medical Science, 14(1): 61-68 (doi: 10.5376/ijmms.2024.14.0009)

Abstract

This article explores the utilization of genomic information to optimize drug treatment, aiming to achieve personalized healthcare. As an emerging medical model, personalized healthcare aims to develop precise treatment plans based on patients' genomic information, thereby enhancing treatment outcomes and minimizing side effects. Initially, the importance of genomic information in personalized healthcare is introduced, encompassing its application in precise drug development and preventive medicine. The article then analyzes successful cases and challenges in the practical application of personalized healthcare, discussing technical limitations and cost issues in acquiring and analyzing Genomic data. Furthermore, ethical, privacy, and regulatory considerations in personalized healthcare are explored, along with suggestions and strategies to promote its development. Additionally, the future trends of genomic information in optimizing drug treatment and personalized healthcare are predicted, emphasizing the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration and technological innovation. Through comprehensive analysis and outlook, this article aims to provide beneficial insights and directions for the advancement of personalized healthcare.

Keywords
Genomic information; Drug therapy; Personalized medicine; Drug development
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