Amlodipine vs Diltiazem

## Amlodipine vs Diltiazem: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Amlodipine** and **Diltiazem**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Amlodipine**: Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker.

**Diltiazem**: Benzothiazepine calcium channel blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Amlodipine — 30-50 hours; Diltiazem — 3-4.5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Amlodipine — C20H25ClN2O5; Diltiazem — C22H26N2O4S.

**Molecular Weight**: Amlodipine — 408.8800 g/mol; Diltiazem — 414.5190 g/mol.

**Type**: Amlodipine — Small molecule; Diltiazem — Small molecule.