Dexamethasone vs Ipilimumab

## Dexamethasone vs Ipilimumab: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dexamethasone** and **Ipilimumab**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Ipilimumab**: Fully human anti-CTLA-4 IgG1 monoclonal antibody that blocks CTLA-4 inhibitory signaling.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Ipilimumab — 14.7 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Ipilimumab — N/A.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Ipilimumab — N/A.

**Type**: Dexamethasone — Small molecule; Ipilimumab — Antibody.