Ciprofloxacin vs Ibuprofen

## Ciprofloxacin vs Ibuprofen: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3; Ibuprofen — C13H18O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol; Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol.

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