Synergistic effect of ibuprofen with itraconazole and fluconazole against Cryptococcus neoformans

The present study investigated the association of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen with itraconazole, fluconazole and amphotericin B against Cryptococcus neoformans isolates. The minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) was found according to M27-A3 protocol and in vitro interactions were evaluated using checkerboard microdilution method. Synergism was demonstrated between azoles and ibuprofen for most isolates. However, no synergistic effects were seen when amphotericin B was combined with ibuprofen. Therefore, our results suggest that ibuprofen presents clinical potential when combined with azole drugs in the treatment of cryptococcosis.

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Main Authors: Rocha,Letícia Fernandes da, Pippi,Bruna, Fuentefria,Alexandre Meneghello, Mezzari,Adelina
Format: Digital revista
Language:English
Published: Universidade de São Paulo, Faculdade de Ciências Farmacêuticas 2020
Online Access:http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1984-82502020000100577
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