Pharmacogenomics

Why do I need to have my DNA tested for medications?

Your DNA can impact the medications you take. By testing your DNA, better decisions can be made so that you don't take the wrong medication.

DNA testing can help with depression medications

DNA testing can help with choosing the right antidepressant. Precision medicine can decrease the trial-and-error approach to prescribing.

Miss America's Mental Health Helped With a DNA Test

DNA testing helped Miss America find the right medication and dose to treat her mental health conditions.

Antidepressants can make pain medications less effective

How well your medication works can be affected by the other medications you take and changes in your DNA.

A DNA test can save your life

Since I launched Tarheel PGx Consulting in September 2021, and even in the months prior to starting my business, I have talked A LOT...

What medications can be affected by my DNA?

There are so many different medications that may either be ineffective or harmful for you to take based on your genetics. Your DNA codes...