Table 3.
Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) of clove oil nanoemulsion and unencapsulated clove oil against Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis.
| Antimicrobial formulations | E. coli | Bacillus subtilis |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) | ||
| Nanoemulsion | 50 µl | 50 µl |
| Unencapsulated oil (free oil) | 100 µl | 100 µl |
| Minimum bactericidal concentrations (MBCs) | ||
| Nanoemulsion | 90 µl/8h | 90 µl/8h |
| Unencapsulated oil (free oil) | 90 µl/16h | 90 µl/16h |