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Update on HLA-B*15:02 allele associated with adverse drug reactions

    Xueting Zhu

    Clinical Medical Research Center, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China

    ,
    Guanghua Luo

    Clinical Medical Research Center, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China

    &
    Lu Zheng

    *Author for correspondence:

    E-mail Address: qz.zhenglu@163.com

    Clinical Medical Research Center, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, China

    Published Online:https://doi.org/10.2217/pgs-2023-0173

    HLA alleles, part of the major histocompatibility complex, are strongly associated with adverse drug reactions (ADRs). This review focuses on HLA-B*15:02 and explores its association with ADRs in various ethnic populations and with different drugs, aiming to provide insights into the safe clinical use of drugs and minimize the occurrence of ADRs. Furthermore, the review explores the potential mechanisms by which HLA-B*15:02 may be associated with ADRs, aiming to gain new insights into drug modification and identification of haptens. In addition, it analyzes the frequency of the HLA-B*15:02, genotyping methods, cost–effectiveness and treatment measures for adverse reactions, thereby providing a theoretical basis for formulating clinical treatment plans.

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