Cephalexin vs Lisinopril

## Cephalexin vs Lisinopril: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Lisinopril**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

**Lisinopril**: ACE inhibitor preventing conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Lisinopril — 12 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Lisinopril — C21H31N3O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Lisinopril — 405.4900 g/mol.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Lisinopril — Small molecule.