Doxycycline vs Ibuprofen

## Doxycycline vs Ibuprofen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Doxycycline** and **Ibuprofen**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Doxycycline**: Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding 30S ribosomal subunit.

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Doxycycline — 18-22 hours; Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Doxycycline — C22H24N2O8; Ibuprofen — C13H18O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Doxycycline — 444.4350 g/mol; Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol.

**Type**: Doxycycline — Small molecule; Ibuprofen — Small molecule.