Cephalexin vs Diazepam

## Cephalexin vs Diazepam: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Diazepam**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

**Diazepam**: Positive allosteric modulator of GABA-A receptors.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Diazepam — 20-100 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Diazepam — Small molecule.