Cephalexin vs Penicillin V Potassium

Cephalexin vs Penicillin V Potassium: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Cephalexin and Penicillin V Potassium.

Mechanism of Action

Cephalexin: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S.

Molecular Weight: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol.

Type: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Penicillin V Potassium — Small molecule.