Dexamethasone vs Enalapril

## Dexamethasone vs Enalapril: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dexamethasone** and **Enalapril**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Enalapril**: Prodrug converted to enalaprilat; inhibits ACE preventing angiotensin I to II conversion.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Enalapril — 11 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Enalapril — C20H28N2O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol.

**Type**: Dexamethasone — Small molecule; Enalapril — Small molecule.