Enalapril vs Metformin

## Enalapril vs Metformin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Metformin**: Activates AMP-activated protein kinase, decreasing hepatic glucose production.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Enalapril — 11 hours; Metformin — 4-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Enalapril — C20H28N2O5; Metformin — C4H11N5.

**Molecular Weight**: Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol; Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol.

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