Aspirin vs Dexamethasone

## Aspirin vs Dexamethasone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Aspirin** and **Dexamethasone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Aspirin**: Irreversibly inhibits cyclooxygenase-1 and -2.

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Aspirin — 2-3 hours; Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Aspirin — C9H8O4; Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5.

**Molecular Weight**: Aspirin — 180.1580 g/mol; Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol.

**Type**: Aspirin — Small molecule; Dexamethasone — Small molecule.