Enalapril vs Metoprolol

## Enalapril vs Metoprolol: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Metoprolol**: Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Enalapril — 11 hours; Metoprolol — 3-7 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Enalapril — C20H28N2O5; Metoprolol — C15H25NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol; Metoprolol — 267.3640 g/mol.

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