Dapagliflozin vs Losartan

## Dapagliflozin vs Losartan: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dapagliflozin** and **Losartan**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dapagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose and sodium reabsorption.

**Losartan**: Angiotensin II receptor type 1 antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dapagliflozin — 12.9 hours; Losartan — 2 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dapagliflozin — C21H25ClO6; Losartan — C22H23ClN6O.

**Molecular Weight**: Dapagliflozin — 408.8730 g/mol; Losartan — 422.9200 g/mol.

**Type**: Dapagliflozin — Small molecule; Losartan — Small molecule.