Acyclovir vs Lovastatin

## Acyclovir vs Lovastatin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Lovastatin**: First naturally derived statin; prodrug hydrolyzed to active beta-hydroxy acid inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase.

## Pharmacokinetics

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

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Acyclovir — C8H11N5O3; Lovastatin — C24H36O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Acyclovir — 225.2050 g/mol; Lovastatin — 404.5390 g/mol.

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