Digoxin vs Pravastatin

Digoxin vs Pravastatin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Digoxin and Pravastatin.

Mechanism of Action

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

Pravastatin: Competitive inhibitor of HMG-CoA reductase.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Digoxin — 36-48 hours; Pravastatin — 1.8 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Digoxin — C41H64O14; Pravastatin — C23H36O7.

Molecular Weight: Digoxin — 780.9430 g/mol; Pravastatin — 424.5280 g/mol.

Type: Digoxin — Small molecule; Pravastatin — Small molecule.