Furosemide vs Metoprolol

## Furosemide vs Metoprolol: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Furosemide** and **Metoprolol**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Furosemide**: Loop diuretic inhibiting Na-K-2Cl cotransporter.

**Metoprolol**: Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Furosemide — 2 hours; Metoprolol — 3-7 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Furosemide — C12H11ClN2O5S; Metoprolol — C15H25NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Furosemide — 330.7440 g/mol; Metoprolol — 267.3640 g/mol.

**Type**: Furosemide — Small molecule; Metoprolol — Small molecule.