Dexamethasone vs Memantine

## Dexamethasone vs Memantine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Memantine**: Non-competitive NMDA receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Memantine — 60-80 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Memantine — C12H21N.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Memantine — 179.3080 g/mol.

**Type**: Dexamethasone — Small molecule; Memantine — Small molecule.