Cephalexin vs Enalapril

## Cephalexin vs Enalapril: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Enalapril**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

**Enalapril**: Prodrug converted to enalaprilat; inhibits ACE preventing angiotensin I to II conversion.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Enalapril — C20H28N2O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Enalapril — Small molecule.