Enalapril vs Nitroglycerin

Enalapril vs Nitroglycerin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Enalapril and Nitroglycerin.

Mechanism of Action

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

Nitroglycerin: Nitric oxide donor causing venous and arterial vasodilation.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Enalapril — 11 hours; Nitroglycerin — 1-4 minutes.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Enalapril — C20H28N2O5; Nitroglycerin — C3H5N3O9.

Molecular Weight: Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol; Nitroglycerin — 227.0870 g/mol.

Type: Enalapril — Small molecule; Nitroglycerin — Small molecule.