Cephalexin vs Lansoprazole

## Cephalexin vs Lansoprazole: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Lansoprazole**: Proton pump inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Lansoprazole — 1.5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Lansoprazole — C16H14F3N3O2S.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Lansoprazole — 369.3620 g/mol.

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