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Tired of all the trial and error when it comes to finding the right medication? It’s an understandable frustration.
According to the CDC, roughly 16.5% to 20.3% of U.S. adults currently take mental health medication, and about 47% have been prescribed a psychiatric medication at some point in their lives.
Switching meds is far from uncommon. Clinical data suggest that up to 50% of people don’t respond adequately to their first prescribed antidepressant. But what if there was a kind of cheat code that could help you land on the right medication based on your unique DNA?
That’s exactly what ClarityX set out to do. The pharmacogenetics company offers simple, at-home DNA tests that reveal how a person’s unique genetics may influence their response to commonly prescribed psychiatric medications. All of the tests are processed by CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited laboratories.
The tests start at $399, and new customers can save 25% on their first order.
All it takes is a simple cheek swab, then you send it back to the lab. Within about 10 days, you’ll receive a personalized report offering insights into medication response, dosing and potential side effects for up to 285 different medications.
But that’s not all: The process doesn’t end with your report.
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ClarityX customers can book a one-on-one consultation with a clinical pharmacist certified in pharmacogenomics to review their findings. Of course, they can also share their report with their own healthcare provider to help make medication decisions.
“We got the ClarityX to see what might work for my daughter’s ADHD,” one user shared. “We had already tried several drugs. The test was spot on. It showed which drugs would probably not be good, and it was accurate as far as what we have tried. Now we are on the non-stimulant that was recommended and it seems to be working so far.”
Many reviewers have pointed out that the test kit is quite easy to use — and the results come fast.
“This test gave me peace of mind with the information found and not just ‘try this’ approach. The test was fast and very easy. I recommend it to anyone who wants an understanding of the meds they’re prescribed and what’s compatible to each individual,” another reviewer added.
ClarityX test kits are also FSA/HSA-eligible, with receipts provided for reimbursement purposes. As with any medical product, be sure to consult your primary care provider before use.
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