Ciprofloxacin vs Metoprolol

## Ciprofloxacin vs Metoprolol: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Metoprolol**: Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ciprofloxacin — 4 hours; Metoprolol — 3-7 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3; Metoprolol — C15H25NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol; Metoprolol — 267.3640 g/mol.

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