Captopril vs Cephalexin

Captopril vs Cephalexin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Captopril and Cephalexin.

Mechanism of Action

Captopril: First orally active ACE inhibitor; contains thiol group that binds zinc at ACE active site.

Cephalexin: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Captopril — 1.9 hours; Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Captopril — C9H15NO3S; Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S.

Molecular Weight: Captopril — 217.2850 g/mol; Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol.

Type: Captopril — Small molecule; Cephalexin — Small molecule.