Allopurinol vs Fluconazole

## Allopurinol vs Fluconazole: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Fluconazole**: Inhibits fungal CYP51 (lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Fluconazole — 30 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Fluconazole — C13H12F2N6O.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Fluconazole — 306.2710 g/mol.

**Type**: Allopurinol — Small molecule; Fluconazole — Small molecule.