Aztreonam vs Cephalexin
Aztreonam vs Cephalexin: Overview
This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Aztreonam and Cephalexin.
Mechanism of Action
Cephalexin: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.
Pharmacokinetics
Half-life: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours.
Chemical Properties
Molecular Formula: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S.
Molecular Weight: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol.
Type: Aztreonam — Small molecule; Cephalexin — Small molecule.