Optimize medication efficiency & reduce adverse reactions with pharmacogenomics - Genomic Life Article

Optimize medication efficiency, reduce adverse reactions with Pharmacogenomic Testing

In today’s complex healthcare environment, finding innovative solutions to manage rising pharmacy costs for your population is crucial. Net medicine spending in the U.S. is projected to grow from $344 billion in 2018 to $420 billion in 2023, primarily driven by the launch of new branded drugs. (IQVIA).

The Goal of Pharmacogenomic (PGx) Testing

Pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing offers a viable solution to help reduce adverse drug interactions through preemptive personalized approaches. This leads to notable savings for both individuals and employers across a population. Understanding genetics is crucial for these individuals, helping healthcare providers optimize medication prescriptions for many clinical areas, including mental health, bleeding or clotting issues, stomach acid problems, pain management, and high cholesterol.

Enhance Prescription Accuracy

PGx testing helps identify the most effective medications for an individual, reducing the trial-and-error process that may occur in prescribing and improving health outcomes in a shorter period of time.

Supporting an individual’s care team in optimizing their medications can help those on medications have a productive day at work. Improved medication management through PGx testing can lead to fewer side effects and better adherence to treatment regimens, reducing presenteeism and absenteeism among employees. For example, given the $83.1 billion economic burden of depression in the U.S. (Greenberg et al., 2015), effective medication management through PGx testing is a valuable tool to support health and help minimize time to medication optimization for better outcomes.

Aligning with Organizational Goals

Investing in a preventive-focused pharmacogenomic programs not only supports your employees' health but may align with organizational goals. By fostering a healthier, more productive workforce, you can enhance your company’s reputation as a supportive and forward-thinking employer, attracting top talent and driving business success. More than 40% of employees stated that they would feel more loyal to their company if their benefits were tailored to their specific needs (ArmadaCare).

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