Digoxin vs Metformin

## Digoxin vs Metformin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Digoxin** and **Metformin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Digoxin**: Inhibits Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium.

**Metformin**: Activates AMP-activated protein kinase, decreasing hepatic glucose production.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Digoxin — 36-48 hours; Metformin — 4-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Digoxin — C41H64O14; Metformin — C4H11N5.

**Molecular Weight**: Digoxin — 780.9430 g/mol; Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol.

**Type**: Digoxin — Small molecule; Metformin — Small molecule.