Captopril vs Naproxen

Captopril vs Naproxen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Captopril and Naproxen.

Mechanism of Action

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

Naproxen: Non-selective COX inhibitor.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Captopril — 1.9 hours; Naproxen — 12-17 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Captopril — C9H15NO3S; Naproxen — C14H14O3.

Molecular Weight: Captopril — 217.2850 g/mol; Naproxen — 230.2590 g/mol.

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