Ciprofloxacin vs Ranitidine

## Ciprofloxacin vs Ranitidine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3; Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol; Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol.

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