Acyclovir vs Allopurinol

## Acyclovir vs Allopurinol: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Acyclovir** and **Allopurinol**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Acyclovir**: Guanosine analogue inhibiting viral DNA polymerase.

**Allopurinol**: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor reducing uric acid production.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Acyclovir — 2.5-3.3 hours; Allopurinol — 1-2 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Acyclovir — C8H11N5O3; Allopurinol — C5H4N4O.

**Molecular Weight**: Acyclovir — 225.2050 g/mol; Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol.

**Type**: Acyclovir — Small molecule; Allopurinol — Small molecule.