Allopurinol vs Cyclosporine

## Allopurinol vs Cyclosporine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Allopurinol** and **Cyclosporine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Allopurinol**: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor reducing uric acid production.

**Cyclosporine**: Calcineurin inhibitor suppressing T-cell activation.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Cyclosporine — 6-12 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Cyclosporine — C62H111N11O12.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Cyclosporine — 1202.6100 g/mol.

**Type**: Allopurinol — Small molecule; Cyclosporine — Protein.