Dapagliflozin vs Dexamethasone

## Dapagliflozin vs Dexamethasone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dapagliflozin** and **Dexamethasone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dapagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose and sodium reabsorption.

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dapagliflozin — 12.9 hours; Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dapagliflozin — C21H25ClO6; Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5.

**Molecular Weight**: Dapagliflozin — 408.8730 g/mol; Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol.

**Type**: Dapagliflozin — Small molecule; Dexamethasone — Small molecule.