Aspirin vs Prednisone

## Aspirin vs Prednisone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Aspirin** and **Prednisone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Aspirin**: Irreversibly inhibits cyclooxygenase-1 and -2.

**Prednisone**: Synthetic corticosteroid; suppresses inflammation via glucocorticoid receptor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Aspirin — 2-3 hours; Prednisone — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Aspirin — C9H8O4; Prednisone — C21H26O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Aspirin — 180.1580 g/mol; Prednisone — 358.4280 g/mol.

**Type**: Aspirin — Small molecule; Prednisone — Small molecule.