Pharmacogenetic screening to optimise antidepressant drug therapies in young people

By Mr Bradley Roberts, Perron Institute & UWA, and Professor Sean Hood, Perron Institute, UWA and SCGH

Researchers at the Perron Institute for Neurological and Translational Science have recently launched the GENE-YD study, an innovative trial exploring the benefits of pharmacogenetic testing to optimise antidepressant pharmacotherapy in young Western Australians.

This pilot randomised controlled trial aims to explore the feasibility for a larger trial in WA to improve treatment outcomes through personalising patients’ antidepressant prescriptions, helping young people achieve symptom relief faster with fewer medication-related side effects.

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