Canagliflozin vs Dexamethasone

## Canagliflozin vs Dexamethasone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Canagliflozin** and **Dexamethasone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Canagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose reabsorption and lowering blood glucose.

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Canagliflozin — 10.6 hours; Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Canagliflozin — C24H25FO5S; Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5.

**Molecular Weight**: Canagliflozin — 444.5170 g/mol; Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol.

**Type**: Canagliflozin — Small molecule; Dexamethasone — Small molecule.