Dapagliflozin vs Insulin Glargine

## Dapagliflozin vs Insulin Glargine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dapagliflozin** and **Insulin Glargine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dapagliflozin**: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose and sodium reabsorption.

**Insulin Glargine**: Long-acting insulin analogue that binds insulin receptors.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dapagliflozin — 12.9 hours; Insulin Glargine — 12-24 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dapagliflozin — C21H25ClO6; Insulin Glargine — N/A.

**Molecular Weight**: Dapagliflozin — 408.8730 g/mol; Insulin Glargine — N/A.

**Type**: Dapagliflozin — Small molecule; Insulin Glargine — Protein.