Table 3.
Computer simulated CI and DRI values for VN/14-1 and thapsigargin
| Inhibition % | CI | DRI VN/14-1 | DRI Thapsigargin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 0.658 | 1.751 | 11.498 |
| 75 | 0.317 | 3.503 | 31.584 |
| 95 | 0.095 | 11.235 | 172.494 |
The synergism analysis of VN/14-1 with thapsigargin was performed with Chou–Talalay’s combination index and multiple drug-dose effect analysis method as described in Methods section. The values were determined using computer program from the data from the MTT assays. Combination index (CI): CI < 1, =1, and >1 indicates synergism, additive effect, and antagonism, respectively. Dose reduction index (DRI): fold of dose reduction for each drug in combination, for a given degree of inhibition, when compared with the dose of each drug alone for the same degree of inhibition.