Norfloxacin vs Trazodone

## Norfloxacin vs Trazodone: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Trazodone**: Serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor (SARI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Norfloxacin — 3-4 hours; Trazodone — 5-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3; Trazodone — C19H22ClN5O.

**Molecular Weight**: Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol; Trazodone — 371.8640 g/mol.

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