Cephalexin vs Tamoxifen

## Cephalexin vs Tamoxifen: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Tamoxifen**: Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Tamoxifen — 5-7 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Tamoxifen — C26H29NO.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Tamoxifen — 371.5150 g/mol.

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