Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) caused by everyday medicines, or anaesthetics can include depression, anxiety, insomnia, suicidal feelings. Pharmaceutical drugs for pain, infections, acne, anxiety, depression, may cause immediate or withdrawal reactions. Genetic differences may put individuals at risk Refer to our updated web site: www.april.org.uk for extensive information, Please follow us on Twitter @APRIL_charity APRIL (Adverse Psychiatric Reactions Information Link) www.april.org.uk
BREAKING NEWS
5 days ago First-ever NHS pilot of routine pharmacogenetic testing to guide drug choice in primary care will begin in early 2023 in north-west England, with plans for it to become a national programme if successful. Drugs include antidepressants, statins and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Great move forward! There are also plans to expand pharmacogenomic testing in Scotland, where health board NHS Tayside has begun a routine clopidogrel genotype testing service in secondary care after acute stroke, and ther