Acyclovir vs Norfloxacin

## Acyclovir vs Norfloxacin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Acyclovir**: Guanosine analogue inhibiting viral DNA polymerase.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Acyclovir — 2.5-3.3 hours; Norfloxacin — 3-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Acyclovir — C8H11N5O3; Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Acyclovir — 225.2050 g/mol; Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol.

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