Allopurinol vs Ciprofloxacin

## Allopurinol vs Ciprofloxacin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Ciprofloxacin**: Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol.

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