Ibuprofen vs Montelukast

## Ibuprofen vs Montelukast: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours; Montelukast — 2.7-5.5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ibuprofen — C13H18O2; Montelukast — C35H36ClNO3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol; Montelukast — 586.1800 g/mol.

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