This course presents the ways in which genomic information can be used to ensure that patients receive the greatest possible benefit from therapeutics while mitigating risk of adverse events. Students will explore how genetic variation may alter drug metabolism, disposition, and action, as well as discuss how doses may need to be tailored, or drugs altered to account for certain polymorphic differences. Students successfully completing this course will demonstrate a working knowledge of the interaction between a patient's genetic structure and the safety and efficacy of therapeutic drugs.
PMMS 602: Pharmacogenomics
College/Program
Master of Science in Precision Medicine