Enalapril vs Prednisone

## Enalapril vs Prednisone: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Prednisone**: Synthetic corticosteroid; suppresses inflammation via glucocorticoid receptor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Enalapril — 11 hours; Prednisone — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Enalapril — C20H28N2O5; Prednisone — C21H26O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol; Prednisone — 358.4280 g/mol.

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