Norfloxacin vs Zolpidem

## Norfloxacin vs Zolpidem: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Zolpidem**: Selective GABA-A receptor alpha-1 subunit agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Norfloxacin — C16H18FN3O3; Zolpidem — C19H21N3O.

**Molecular Weight**: Norfloxacin — 319.3310 g/mol; Zolpidem — 307.3950 g/mol.

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