Allopurinol vs Canagliflozin

## Allopurinol vs Canagliflozin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Allopurinol**: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor reducing uric acid production.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Allopurinol — 1-2 hours; Canagliflozin — 10.6 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Allopurinol — C5H4N4O; Canagliflozin — C24H25FO5S.

**Molecular Weight**: Allopurinol — 136.1120 g/mol; Canagliflozin — 444.5170 g/mol.

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