Ciprofloxacin vs Escitalopram

## Ciprofloxacin vs Escitalopram: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Escitalopram**: S-enantiomer of citalopram; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ciprofloxacin — 4 hours; Escitalopram — 27-32 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ciprofloxacin — C17H18FN3O3; Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O.

**Molecular Weight**: Ciprofloxacin — 331.3460 g/mol; Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

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