Combination of ampicillin and gentamicin is an example of_____________?
Correct answer: B. Synergy
- A. Indifference
- B. Synergy
- C. Antagonism
- D. Bacterial symbiosis
Explanation
Ampicillin damages the bacterial cell wall, allowing gentamicin to enter more readily and inhibit protein synthesis. Their combined effect can therefore exceed the effect of either drug alone, which is synergy.
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