Prednisone vs Semaglutide

## Prednisone vs Semaglutide: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Prednisone** and **Semaglutide**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Prednisone**: Synthetic corticosteroid; suppresses inflammation via glucocorticoid receptor.

**Semaglutide**: GLP-1 receptor agonist with enhanced albumin binding for extended action.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Prednisone — 2-3 hours; Semaglutide — 7 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Prednisone — C21H26O5; Semaglutide — N/A.

**Molecular Weight**: Prednisone — 358.4280 g/mol; Semaglutide — N/A.

**Type**: Prednisone — Small molecule; Semaglutide — Protein.