Metformin vs Telmisartan

## Metformin vs Telmisartan: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Telmisartan**: Selective angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist; also a partial PPAR-gamma agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Metformin — 4-9 hours; Telmisartan — 24 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Metformin — C4H11N5; Telmisartan — C33H30N4O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol; Telmisartan — 514.6230 g/mol.

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