Acyclovir vs Ranitidine

## Acyclovir vs Ranitidine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Acyclovir** and **Ranitidine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Acyclovir**: Guanosine analogue inhibiting viral DNA polymerase.

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Acyclovir — 2.5-3.3 hours; Ranitidine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Acyclovir — C8H11N5O3; Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Acyclovir — 225.2050 g/mol; Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol.

**Type**: Acyclovir — Small molecule; Ranitidine — Small molecule.