Cephalexin vs Methylprednisolone

## Cephalexin vs Methylprednisolone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Methylprednisolone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

**Methylprednisolone**: Intermediate-acting synthetic glucocorticoid.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Methylprednisolone — 18-36 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Methylprednisolone — C22H30O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Methylprednisolone — 374.4710 g/mol.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Methylprednisolone — Small molecule.