Cephalexin vs Digoxin

## Cephalexin vs Digoxin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Digoxin**: Inhibits Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Digoxin — 36-48 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Digoxin — C41H64O14.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Digoxin — 780.9430 g/mol.

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