Memantine vs Phenytoin

## Memantine vs Phenytoin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Phenytoin**: Sodium channel blocker stabilizing inactive state.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Memantine — 60-80 hours; Phenytoin — 22 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Memantine — C12H21N; Phenytoin — C15H12N2O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Memantine — 179.3080 g/mol; Phenytoin — 252.2680 g/mol.

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