Allopurinol vs Enalapril

## Allopurinol vs Enalapril: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Enalapril**: Prodrug converted to enalaprilat; inhibits ACE preventing angiotensin I to II conversion.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Enalapril — 11 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Enalapril — C20H28N2O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol.

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