Norfloxacin vs Paroxetine

## Norfloxacin vs Paroxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Norfloxacin** and **Paroxetine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Norfloxacin**: Second-generation fluoroquinolone inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV.

**Paroxetine**: Potent selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor with additional muscarinic and NE reuptake inhibition.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Norfloxacin — 3-4 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

**Type**: Norfloxacin — Small molecule; Paroxetine — Small molecule.