Norfloxacin vs Ramipril

## Norfloxacin vs Ramipril: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Ramipril**: Prodrug converted to ramiprilat; ACE inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Norfloxacin — 3-4 hours; Ramipril — 13-17 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3; Ramipril — C23H32N2O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol; Ramipril — 416.5120 g/mol.

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