Atenolol vs Enalapril

## Atenolol vs Enalapril: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Atenolol — 6-7 hours; Enalapril — 11 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Atenolol — C14H22N2O3; Enalapril — C20H28N2O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Atenolol — 266.3360 g/mol; Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol.

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