Ibuprofen vs Methylprednisolone

## Ibuprofen vs Methylprednisolone: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Methylprednisolone**: Intermediate-acting synthetic glucocorticoid.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours; Methylprednisolone — 18-36 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ibuprofen — C13H18O2; Methylprednisolone — C22H30O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol; Methylprednisolone — 374.4710 g/mol.

**Type**: Ibuprofen — Small molecule; Methylprednisolone — Small molecule.