Metformin vs Norfloxacin

## Metformin vs Norfloxacin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Metformin**: Activates AMP-activated protein kinase, decreasing hepatic glucose production.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Metformin — 4-9 hours; Norfloxacin — 3-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Metformin — C4H11N5; Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol; Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol.

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