Canagliflozin vs Prednisone

## Canagliflozin vs Prednisone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Canagliflozin** and **Prednisone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Canagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose reabsorption and lowering blood glucose.

**Prednisone**: Synthetic corticosteroid; suppresses inflammation via glucocorticoid receptor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Canagliflozin — 10.6 hours; Prednisone — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Canagliflozin — C24H25FO5S; Prednisone — C21H26O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Canagliflozin — 444.5170 g/mol; Prednisone — 358.4280 g/mol.

**Type**: Canagliflozin — Small molecule; Prednisone — Small molecule.