Cephalexin vs Gabapentin

## Cephalexin vs Gabapentin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Gabapentin**: Binds alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Gabapentin — 5-7 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Gabapentin — C9H17NO2.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Gabapentin — 171.2370 g/mol.

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