Dexamethasone vs Hydromorphone

## Dexamethasone vs Hydromorphone: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Hydromorphone**: Semisynthetic mu-opioid receptor agonist approximately 5 times more potent than morphine.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Hydromorphone — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Hydromorphone — C17H19NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Hydromorphone — 285.3380 g/mol.

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