Lisinopril vs Trimethoprim

## Lisinopril vs Trimethoprim: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Lisinopril** and **Trimethoprim**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Lisinopril**: ACE inhibitor preventing conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.

**Trimethoprim**: Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor (bacterial selective).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Lisinopril — 12 hours; Trimethoprim — 8-10 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Lisinopril — C21H31N3O5; Trimethoprim — C14H18N4O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Lisinopril — 405.4900 g/mol; Trimethoprim — 290.3180 g/mol.

**Type**: Lisinopril — Small molecule; Trimethoprim — Small molecule.