Table 1 Evaluation of PC and PC-AgNp antibacterial activity for Entercoccus faecalis, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Serratia marcescens based on inhibition zone diameter (mm)
| PC | PC-AgNp | Tetracycline | Cefalexin | AgNo3 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter of inhibition zone (mm) | |||||
| Escherichia coli | 3 | 6 | 9 | 4 | N.I |
| Entrecoccus faecalis | N.I | 10 | 7 | 3 | N.I |
| Serratia marcescens | 6 | 4 | 5 | 2 | N.I |
| Staphylococcus aureus | N.I | 8 | 10 | 14 | N.I |