Ibuprofen vs Lansoprazole

## Ibuprofen vs Lansoprazole: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Ibuprofen** and **Lansoprazole**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

**Lansoprazole**: Proton pump inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours; Lansoprazole — 1.5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ibuprofen — C13H18O2; Lansoprazole — C16H14F3N3O2S.

**Molecular Weight**: Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol; Lansoprazole — 369.3620 g/mol.

**Type**: Ibuprofen — Small molecule; Lansoprazole — Small molecule.