Up to 21% of Asians Are Ultra-Rapid 2D6 Metabolizers, Leading

question 9

Multiple Choice

Up to 21% of Asians are ultra-rapid 2D6 metabolizers, leading to:

• A)A need to monitor drugs metabolized by 2D6 for toxicity
• B)Increased dosages needed of drugs metabolized by 2D6, such as the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
• C)Decreased conversion of codeine to morphine by CYP2D6
• D)The need for lowered dosages of drugs, such as beta blockers

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