Allopurinol vs Amlodipine

## Allopurinol vs Amlodipine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Allopurinol** and **Amlodipine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Allopurinol**: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor reducing uric acid production.

**Amlodipine**: Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Amlodipine — 30-50 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Amlodipine — C20H25ClN2O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Amlodipine — 408.8800 g/mol.

**Type**: Allopurinol — Small molecule; Amlodipine — Small molecule.