Cephalexin vs Moxifloxacin

Cephalexin vs Moxifloxacin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Cephalexin and Moxifloxacin.

Mechanism of Action

Cephalexin: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

Moxifloxacin: Fourth-generation fluoroquinolone inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV with enhanced anaerobic activity.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Moxifloxacin — 12 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Moxifloxacin — C21H24FN3O4.

Molecular Weight: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Moxifloxacin — 401.4350 g/mol.

Type: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Moxifloxacin — Small molecule.