Dexamethasone vs Ranitidine

## Dexamethasone vs Ranitidine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol.

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