Candesartan vs Lisinopril
Candesartan vs Lisinopril: Overview
This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Candesartan and Lisinopril.
Mechanism of Action
Candesartan: Prodrug hydrolyzed to active form; selective angiotensin II type 1 receptor blocker.
Lisinopril: ACE inhibitor preventing conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.
Pharmacokinetics
Half-life: Candesartan — 9 hours; Lisinopril — 12 hours.
Chemical Properties
Molecular Formula: Candesartan — C33H34N6O6; Lisinopril — C21H31N3O5.
Molecular Weight: Candesartan — 610.6640 g/mol; Lisinopril — 405.4900 g/mol.
Type: Candesartan — Small molecule; Lisinopril — Small molecule.