Ranitidine vs Sitagliptin

## Ranitidine vs Sitagliptin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Ranitidine** and **Sitagliptin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

**Sitagliptin**: DPP-4 inhibitor increasing incretin levels.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ranitidine — 2-3 hours; Sitagliptin — 12.4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S; Sitagliptin — C16H15F6N5O.

**Molecular Weight**: Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol; Sitagliptin — 407.3140 g/mol.

**Type**: Ranitidine — Small molecule; Sitagliptin — Small molecule.