Celecoxib vs Cephalexin

Celecoxib vs Cephalexin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Celecoxib and Cephalexin.

Mechanism of Action

Celecoxib: Selective COX-2 inhibitor.

Cephalexin: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Celecoxib — 11 hours; Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Celecoxib — C17H14F3N3O2S; Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S.

Molecular Weight: Celecoxib — 381.3730 g/mol; Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol.

Type: Celecoxib — Small molecule; Cephalexin — Small molecule.