Cephalexin vs Irbesartan

## Cephalexin vs Irbesartan: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Irbesartan**: Selective non-competitive angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Irbesartan — 11-15 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Irbesartan — C25H28N6O.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Irbesartan — 428.5320 g/mol.

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