Ciprofloxacin vs Cyclosporine

Ciprofloxacin vs Cyclosporine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Ciprofloxacin and Cyclosporine.

Mechanism of Action

Ciprofloxacin: Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV.

Cyclosporine: Calcineurin inhibitor suppressing T-cell activation.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Ciprofloxacin — 4 hours; Cyclosporine — 6-12 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3; Cyclosporine — C62H111N11O12.

Molecular Weight: Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol; Cyclosporine — 1202.6100 g/mol.

Type: Ciprofloxacin — Small molecule; Cyclosporine — Protein.