Finasteride vs Metformin

## Finasteride vs Metformin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Finasteride**: Competitive inhibitor of 5-alpha-reductase type II.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Finasteride — 5-6 hours; Metformin — 4-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Finasteride — C23H36N2O2; Metformin — C4H11N5.

**Molecular Weight**: Finasteride — 372.5490 g/mol; Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol.

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