Cyclosporine vs Lovastatin

## Cyclosporine vs Lovastatin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cyclosporine** and **Lovastatin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cyclosporine**: Calcineurin inhibitor suppressing T-cell activation.

**Lovastatin**: First naturally derived statin; prodrug hydrolyzed to active beta-hydroxy acid inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cyclosporine — 6-12 hours; Lovastatin — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cyclosporine — C62H111N11O12; Lovastatin — C24H36O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Cyclosporine — 1202.6100 g/mol; Lovastatin — 404.5390 g/mol.

**Type**: Cyclosporine — Protein; Lovastatin — Small molecule.