Ciprofloxacin vs Dexamethasone

## Ciprofloxacin vs Dexamethasone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Ciprofloxacin** and **Dexamethasone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Ciprofloxacin**: Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV.

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ciprofloxacin — 4 hours; Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3; Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5.

**Molecular Weight**: Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol; Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol.

**Type**: Ciprofloxacin — Small molecule; Dexamethasone — Small molecule.