In vitro synergistic effect of gentamicin with the anti‐inflammatory agent diclofenac against Listeria monocytogenes

Aims:  A total of nine Listeria monocytogenes strains (seven serotypes) were studied to ascertain whether the non‐steroidal anti‐inflammatory drug diclofenac (Dc) used in combination with the conventional antilisterial antibiotic gentamicin (Gm) or ampicillin (Am) synergistically augments the efficacy of the antibiotic in vitro.

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