Cephalexin vs Dapagliflozin

## Cephalexin vs Dapagliflozin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Dapagliflozin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

**Dapagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose and sodium reabsorption.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Dapagliflozin — 12.9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Dapagliflozin — C21H25ClO6.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Dapagliflozin — 408.8730 g/mol.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Dapagliflozin — Small molecule.