Losartan vs Ranitidine

## Losartan vs Ranitidine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Losartan**: Angiotensin II receptor type 1 antagonist.

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Losartan — 2 hours; Ranitidine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Losartan — C22H23ClN6O; Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Losartan — 422.9200 g/mol; Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol.

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