Candesartan vs Furosemide

Candesartan vs Furosemide: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Candesartan and Furosemide.

Mechanism of Action

Candesartan: Prodrug hydrolyzed to active form; selective angiotensin II type 1 receptor blocker.

Furosemide: Loop diuretic inhibiting Na-K-2Cl cotransporter.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Candesartan — 9 hours; Furosemide — 2 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Candesartan — C33H34N6O6; Furosemide — C12H11ClN2O5S.

Molecular Weight: Candesartan — 610.6640 g/mol; Furosemide — 330.7440 g/mol.

Type: Candesartan — Small molecule; Furosemide — Small molecule.