Cephalexin vs Ibuprofen

## Cephalexin vs Ibuprofen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Ibuprofen**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Ibuprofen — C13H18O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Ibuprofen — Small molecule.