Cephalexin vs Zolpidem

## Cephalexin vs Zolpidem: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Zolpidem**: Selective GABA-A receptor alpha-1 subunit agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Zolpidem — 2.5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Zolpidem — C19H21N3O.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Zolpidem — 307.3950 g/mol.

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