Hydrochlorothiazide vs Tamoxifen

## Hydrochlorothiazide vs Tamoxifen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Hydrochlorothiazide** and **Tamoxifen**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Hydrochlorothiazide**: Inhibits Na+/Cl- cotransporter in distal convoluted tubule.

**Tamoxifen**: Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Hydrochlorothiazide — 6-15 hours; Tamoxifen — 5-7 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Hydrochlorothiazide — C7H8ClN3O4S2; Tamoxifen — C26H29NO.

**Molecular Weight**: Hydrochlorothiazide — 297.7400 g/mol; Tamoxifen — 371.5150 g/mol.

**Type**: Hydrochlorothiazide — Small molecule; Tamoxifen — Small molecule.