Importance of pharmacogenetics in the treatment of children with attention deficit hyperactive disorder: A case report

• Main Authors: Teerarat Tan-kam, Chutamanee Suthisisang, Chosita Pavasuthipaisit, Penkhae Limsila, Apichaya Puangpetch, Chonlaphat Sukasem
• Other Authors: Thailand Ministry of Public Health
• Format: Article
• Published: 2018
• Subjects: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology; Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/31377
• Institution: Mahidol University

This case report highlights the importance of pharmacogenetic testing in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD). A 6-year-old boy diagnosed with ADHD was prescribed methylphenidate 5 mg twice daily (7 am and noon) and the family was compliant with administration of this medic...