Allopurinol vs Furosemide

## Allopurinol vs Furosemide: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Furosemide**: Loop diuretic inhibiting Na-K-2Cl cotransporter.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Furosemide — C12H11ClN2O5S.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Furosemide — 330.7440 g/mol.

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