Canagliflozin vs Candesartan

## Canagliflozin vs Candesartan: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Canagliflozin** and **Candesartan**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Canagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose reabsorption and lowering blood glucose.

**Candesartan**: Prodrug hydrolyzed to active form; selective angiotensin II type 1 receptor blocker.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Canagliflozin — 10.6 hours; Candesartan — 9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Canagliflozin — C24H25FO5S; Candesartan — C33H34N6O6.

**Molecular Weight**: Canagliflozin — 444.5170 g/mol; Candesartan — 610.6640 g/mol.

**Type**: Canagliflozin — Small molecule; Candesartan — Small molecule.