Dexamethasone vs Diazepam

## Dexamethasone vs Diazepam: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Diazepam — 20-100 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol.

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