Cephalexin vs Prednisone

## Cephalexin vs Prednisone: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Prednisone — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Prednisone — C21H26O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Prednisone — 358.4280 g/mol.

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