Ciprofloxacin vs Hydrochlorothiazide

Ciprofloxacin vs Hydrochlorothiazide: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Ciprofloxacin and Hydrochlorothiazide.

Mechanism of Action

Ciprofloxacin: Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV.

Hydrochlorothiazide: Inhibits Na+/Cl- cotransporter in distal convoluted tubule.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Ciprofloxacin — 4 hours; Hydrochlorothiazide — 6-15 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3; Hydrochlorothiazide — C7H8ClN3O4S2.

Molecular Weight: Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol; Hydrochlorothiazide — 297.7400 g/mol.

Type: Ciprofloxacin — Small molecule; Hydrochlorothiazide — Small molecule.