Allopurinol vs Dapagliflozin
## Allopurinol vs Dapagliflozin: Overview
This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Allopurinol** and **Dapagliflozin**.
## Mechanism of Action
**Allopurinol**: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor reducing uric acid production.
**Dapagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose and sodium reabsorption.
## Pharmacokinetics
**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Dapagliflozin — 12.9 hours.
## Chemical Properties
**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Dapagliflozin — C21H25ClO6.
**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Dapagliflozin — 408.8730 g/mol.
**Type**: Allopurinol — Small molecule; Dapagliflozin — Small molecule.