Digoxin vs Lovastatin

## Digoxin vs Lovastatin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Digoxin** and **Lovastatin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Digoxin**: Inhibits Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium.

**Lovastatin**: First naturally derived statin; prodrug hydrolyzed to active beta-hydroxy acid inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Digoxin — 36-48 hours; Lovastatin — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Digoxin — C41H64O14; Lovastatin — C24H36O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Digoxin — 780.9430 g/mol; Lovastatin — 404.5390 g/mol.

**Type**: Digoxin — Small molecule; Lovastatin — Small molecule.