Exenatide vs Metformin

## Exenatide vs Metformin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Exenatide** and **Metformin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Exenatide**: Synthetic exendin-4 GLP-1 receptor agonist enhancing glucose-dependent insulin secretion.

**Metformin**: Activates AMP-activated protein kinase, decreasing hepatic glucose production.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Exenatide — 2.4 hours; Metformin — 4-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Exenatide — N/A; Metformin — C4H11N5.

**Molecular Weight**: Exenatide — N/A; Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol.

**Type**: Exenatide — Protein; Metformin — Small molecule.