Allopurinol vs Dapagliflozin

## Allopurinol vs Dapagliflozin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Allopurinol** and **Dapagliflozin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Allopurinol**: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor reducing uric acid production.

**Dapagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose and sodium reabsorption.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Dapagliflozin — 12.9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Dapagliflozin — C21H25ClO6.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Dapagliflozin — 408.8730 g/mol.

**Type**: Allopurinol — Small molecule; Dapagliflozin — Small molecule.