Cephalexin vs Omeprazole

## Cephalexin vs Omeprazole: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Omeprazole**: Proton pump inhibitor that irreversibly blocks H+/K+-ATPase.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Omeprazole — 0.5-1 hour.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Omeprazole — C17H19N3O3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Omeprazole — 345.4170 g/mol.

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