Cyclosporine vs Ibuprofen

## Cyclosporine vs Ibuprofen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cyclosporine** and **Ibuprofen**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cyclosporine**: Calcineurin inhibitor suppressing T-cell activation.

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cyclosporine — 6-12 hours; Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cyclosporine — C62H111N11O12; Ibuprofen — C13H18O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Cyclosporine — 1202.6100 g/mol; Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol.

**Type**: Cyclosporine — Protein; Ibuprofen — Small molecule.