Cephalexin vs Nivolumab

## Cephalexin vs Nivolumab: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Nivolumab**: Fully human anti-PD-1 IgG4 monoclonal antibody restoring T-cell anti-tumor activity.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Nivolumab — 27 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Nivolumab — N/A.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Nivolumab — N/A.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Nivolumab — Antibody.