Dexamethasone vs Montelukast

## Dexamethasone vs Montelukast: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Montelukast**: Selective leukotriene D4 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Montelukast — 2.7-5.5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Montelukast — C35H36ClNO3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Montelukast — 586.1800 g/mol.

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