Amlodipine vs Trimethoprim

## Amlodipine vs Trimethoprim: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Amlodipine** and **Trimethoprim**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Amlodipine**: Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker.

**Trimethoprim**: Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor (bacterial selective).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Amlodipine — 30-50 hours; Trimethoprim — 8-10 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Amlodipine — C20H25ClN2O5; Trimethoprim — C14H18N4O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Amlodipine — 408.8800 g/mol; Trimethoprim — 290.3180 g/mol.

**Type**: Amlodipine — Small molecule; Trimethoprim — Small molecule.