Dexamethasone vs Durvalumab

## Dexamethasone vs Durvalumab: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dexamethasone** and **Durvalumab**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Durvalumab**: Human IgG1 kappa anti-PD-L1 monoclonal antibody blocking PD-L1 binding to PD-1 and CD80.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Durvalumab — 17 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Durvalumab — N/A.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Durvalumab — N/A.

**Type**: Dexamethasone — Small molecule; Durvalumab — Antibody.