Norfloxacin vs Prednisone

## Norfloxacin vs Prednisone: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Prednisone**: Synthetic corticosteroid; suppresses inflammation via glucocorticoid receptor.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3; Prednisone — C21H26O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol; Prednisone — 358.4280 g/mol.

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