Digoxin vs Metoprolol

## Digoxin vs Metoprolol: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Digoxin** and **Metoprolol**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Digoxin**: Inhibits Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium.

**Metoprolol**: Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Digoxin — 36-48 hours; Metoprolol — 3-7 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Digoxin — C41H64O14; Metoprolol — C15H25NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Digoxin — 780.9430 g/mol; Metoprolol — 267.3640 g/mol.

**Type**: Digoxin — Small molecule; Metoprolol — Small molecule.