Dexamethasone vs Irbesartan

## Dexamethasone vs Irbesartan: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dexamethasone** and **Irbesartan**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Irbesartan**: Selective non-competitive angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Irbesartan — 11-15 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Irbesartan — C25H28N6O.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Irbesartan — 428.5320 g/mol.

**Type**: Dexamethasone — Small molecule; Irbesartan — Small molecule.