Sitagliptin vs Valsartan

## Sitagliptin vs Valsartan: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Sitagliptin** and **Valsartan**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Sitagliptin**: DPP-4 inhibitor increasing incretin levels.

**Valsartan**: Angiotensin II type 1 receptor blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Sitagliptin — 12.4 hours; Valsartan — 6 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Sitagliptin — C16H15F6N5O; Valsartan — C24H29N5O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Sitagliptin — 407.3140 g/mol; Valsartan — 435.5190 g/mol.

**Type**: Sitagliptin — Small molecule; Valsartan — Small molecule.