Cephalexin vs Morphine

## Cephalexin vs Morphine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Morphine**: Mu-opioid receptor agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Morphine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Morphine — C17H19NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Morphine — 285.3380 g/mol.

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