Allopurinol vs Norfloxacin

## Allopurinol vs Norfloxacin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Allopurinol**: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor reducing uric acid production.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Norfloxacin — 3-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol.

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