Allopurinol vs Diazepam

## Allopurinol vs Diazepam: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Diazepam**: Positive allosteric modulator of GABA-A receptors.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Diazepam — 20-100 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol.

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