Cephalexin vs Spironolactone

## Cephalexin vs Spironolactone: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Spironolactone**: Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Spironolactone — 1.4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Spironolactone — C24H32O4S.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Spironolactone — 416.5740 g/mol.

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