Dexamethasone vs Fluconazole

## Dexamethasone vs Fluconazole: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Fluconazole**: Inhibits fungal CYP51 (lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Fluconazole — 30 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Fluconazole — C13H12F2N6O.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Fluconazole — 306.2710 g/mol.

**Type**: Dexamethasone — Small molecule; Fluconazole — Small molecule.