Norfloxacin vs Ranitidine

## Norfloxacin vs Ranitidine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Norfloxacin — 3-4 hours; Ranitidine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3; Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol; Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol.

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