### TUBB8P2 Gene Overview

#### Gene Summary
- **Gene Symbol:** TUBB8P2
- **Function:** The TUBB8P2 gene is a pseudogene related to the TUBB8 gene, which encodes a class of beta-tubulin protein involved in the structure of microtubules within cells. As a pseudogene, TUBB8P2 may not be expressed into protein but can share homology with the functional TUBB8 gene.

### 1. Associated Genes
While specific gene associations for TUBB8P2 may not be extensively characterized, it is typically linked with genes in the tubulin gene family, particularly:
- **TUBB8**: The parental gene from which TUBB8P2 is derived.
- Other beta-tubulin genes, such as **TUBB**, **TUBB2A**, etc., may also exhibit functional relationships since they belong to the same family and participate in similar cellular processes.

### 2. Aging and Age-Related Diseases
Currently, direct associations between TUBB8P2 and aging or age-related diseases are not well established in the literature. However, genes involved in microtubule dynamics and cytoskeletal organization, such as other tubulin genes, may play a role in cellular processes that are impacted by aging, such as:
- Cellular senescence
- Neuronal degeneration
- Cancers where abnormal proliferation is observable

Further research may provide insights into any indirect involvement of TUBB8P2 in these processes, but specific studies linking TUBB8P2 to aging still require validation.

### 3. Drug Interactions
As a pseudogene, TUBB8P2 may not encode a protein that interacts directly with drugs or therapeutic agents. However, the functional TUBB8 gene, which TUBB8P2 is related to, is known to be influenced by specific drug classes, including:
- **Antineoplastic agents** (e.g., taxanes like paclitaxel, which target microtubules and can influence pathways related to cell division)
- **Neurological drugs** that impact microtubule dynamics in neurodegenerative diseases.

Currently, there are no specific drugs or drug classes known to explicitly target TUBB8P2.

### 4. Pathways and Biological Processes
TUBB8P2 itself is a pseudogene and does not directly participate in pathways; however, the TUBB8 gene product is involved in several key biological processes:
- **Microtubule assembly**: Essential for maintaining cellular structure and function.
- **Cell division**: Playing a role in mitosis and cytokinesis.
- **Intracellular transport**: Participating in transporting cellular components via microtubules.

In summary, while TUBB8P2 is primarily a pseudogene without direct functionality, it maintains connections to significant biological processes and pathways via its relation to other tubulin family genes, particularly TUBB8. Its possible relevance to aging and drug interactions requires further exploration in the research context.