Atenolol vs Digoxin

## Atenolol vs Digoxin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Atenolol** and **Digoxin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Atenolol**: Cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker without intrinsic sympathomimetic activity.

**Digoxin**: Inhibits Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Atenolol — 6-7 hours; Digoxin — 36-48 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Atenolol — C14H22N2O3; Digoxin — C41H64O14.

**Molecular Weight**: Atenolol — 266.3360 g/mol; Digoxin — 780.9430 g/mol.

**Type**: Atenolol — Small molecule; Digoxin — Small molecule.