Research and Applications in Clinical Pharmacy Based on Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacogenetics
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Pharmacology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 November 2025 | Viewed by 587
Special Issue Editor
Interests: pharmacokinetics; pharmacogenomics; pharmacoeconomis; therapeutic drug monitoring
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The field of clinical pharmacy has evolved significantly in recent years, with pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics playing a central role in optimizing therapeutic outcomes for patients. Pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics provide critical insights that allow healthcare professionals to tailor treatments to individual patient needs. This Special Issue on “Research and Applications in Clinical Pharmacy Based on Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacogenetics” will bring together pioneering research and practical applications, highlighting the growing importance of pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics data in advancing personalized medicine. As the healthcare landscape becomes increasingly complex, this focus area will offer immense value to clinicians, pharmacists, and researchers who are dedicated to improving patient care.
The Special Issue will explore a range of themes at the intersection of clinical pharmacy, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacogenetics. Key topics of interest include the integration of pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics modeling into drug therapy management, emerging trends in drug monitoring, dosage adjustments, and new insights into drug–drug and gene–drug interactions. Additionally, this Special Issue will address the challenges faced by healthcare providers in translating pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics research into clinical practice, with a focus on achieving optimal therapeutic efficacy and safety across diverse patient populations.
The primary objective of this Special Issue is to disseminate cutting-edge research that bridges the gap between theory and clinical application in pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics. By highlighting innovative approaches to drug therapy management, we aim to enhance the ability of healthcare professionals to make informed decisions based on pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics data. We hope that this compilation will inspire new research collaborations and prompt discussions on the importance of personalized approaches to drug dosing in clinical settings. The ultimate goal is to foster advances that will improve patient outcomes and the precision of drug therapy.
The contributions included in this Special Issue will represent the forefront of clinical pharmacy research. Readers will find studies that provide novel insights into the pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics of both established and emerging therapeutics. These articles will offer practical recommendations for optimizing drug therapy based on patient-specific variables such as age, genetic factors, and co-existing medical conditions. This Special Issue will also feature research on the application of pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics in specific populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and critically ill patients, further expanding the relevance of these fields in everyday clinical practice.
We encourage healthcare professionals, researchers, and clinicians to engage with this Special Issue and explore its valuable contributions to the field of clinical pharmacy. By delving into these articles, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the applications of pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics in clinical settings. Moreover, we invite individuals to contribute their own research and insights, further enriching this growing area of study and advancing the conversation around individualized drug therapy.
In conclusion, this Special Issue will offer a significant opportunity to advance both knowledge and practice within the field of clinical pharmacy. By highlighting the critical role of pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics, it will underscore the importance of personalized medicine in improving patient care. We are confident that the insights presented here will serve as a valuable resource for practitioners and researchers alike, and we hope that this Special Issue will inspire further innovation in pharmacokinetics and pharmacogenetics and their application in clinical practice.
Dr. Marta Miarons
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- pharmacokinetics
- clinical pharmacy
- personalized medicine
- drug therapy management
- therapeutic drug monitoring
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