Apixaban vs Ibuprofen

## Apixaban vs Ibuprofen: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Apixaban**: Direct Factor Xa inhibitor.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Apixaban — 12 hours; Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Apixaban — C25H25N5O4; Ibuprofen — C13H18O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Apixaban — 459.4970 g/mol; Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol.

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