Ciprofloxacin vs Rifampin

## Ciprofloxacin vs Rifampin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ciprofloxacin — 4 hours; Rifampin — N/A.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3; Rifampin — N/A.

**Molecular Weight**: Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol; Rifampin — N/A.

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