Enalapril vs Ibuprofen

## Enalapril vs Ibuprofen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Enalapril** and **Ibuprofen**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Enalapril**: Prodrug converted to enalaprilat; inhibits ACE preventing angiotensin I to II conversion.

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Enalapril — 11 hours; Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Enalapril — C20H28N2O5; Ibuprofen — C13H18O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol; Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol.

**Type**: Enalapril — Small molecule; Ibuprofen — Small molecule.