Cephalexin vs Edoxaban

## Cephalexin vs Edoxaban: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Edoxaban**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

**Edoxaban**: Direct, selective inhibitor of Factor Xa preventing thrombin generation and clot formation.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Edoxaban — 10-14 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Edoxaban — C24H30ClN7O4S.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Edoxaban — 548.0530 g/mol.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Edoxaban — Small molecule.