Dexamethasone vs Norfloxacin

## Dexamethasone vs Norfloxacin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Norfloxacin — 3-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol.

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