Glossary · General Terms
Poor Metabolizer
Someone whose body has very little activity from a particular medication-processing enzyme. Some medications may therefore remain in the body longer.
Where this comes up
- What Are Liver Enzymes?
- What Is Pharmacogenomics (PGx)? How Your Genes Can Affect Medication Response
- Amitriptyline (Adepril)
- Aripiprazole (Abilify)
- How Does Aripiprazole Work?
- Atomoxetine (Strattera is the best-known brand name for atomoxetine. Generic atomoxetine products are also widely available. In Canada)
- How Does Atomoxetine Work?
- Brexpiprazole (Rexulti is the brand name used in Canada and the United States. In the European Union)