Montelukast vs Zafirlukast

## Montelukast vs Zafirlukast: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Montelukast** and **Zafirlukast**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Montelukast**: Selective leukotriene D4 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Montelukast — 2.7-5.5 hours; Zafirlukast — N/A.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Montelukast — C35H36ClNO3S; Zafirlukast — N/A.

**Molecular Weight**: Montelukast — 586.1800 g/mol; Zafirlukast — N/A.

**Type**: Montelukast — Small molecule; Zafirlukast — Small molecule.