Dapagliflozin vs Lovastatin

## Dapagliflozin vs Lovastatin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dapagliflozin** and **Lovastatin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dapagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose and sodium reabsorption.

**Lovastatin**: First naturally derived statin; prodrug hydrolyzed to active beta-hydroxy acid inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dapagliflozin — 12.9 hours; Lovastatin — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dapagliflozin — C21H25ClO6; Lovastatin — C24H36O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Dapagliflozin — 408.8730 g/mol; Lovastatin — 404.5390 g/mol.

**Type**: Dapagliflozin — Small molecule; Lovastatin — Small molecule.