Furosemide vs Tacrolimus

## Furosemide vs Tacrolimus: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Furosemide** and **Tacrolimus**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Furosemide**: Loop diuretic inhibiting Na-K-2Cl cotransporter.

**Tacrolimus**: Calcineurin inhibitor binding FKBP12; suppresses IL-2 transcription.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Furosemide — 2 hours; Tacrolimus — 12 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Furosemide — C12H11ClN2O5S; Tacrolimus — C44H69NO12.

**Molecular Weight**: Furosemide — 330.7440 g/mol; Tacrolimus — 804.0180 g/mol.

**Type**: Furosemide — Small molecule; Tacrolimus — Small molecule.