Atenolol vs Furosemide

## Atenolol vs Furosemide: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Atenolol** and **Furosemide**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Atenolol**: Cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker without intrinsic sympathomimetic activity.

**Furosemide**: Loop diuretic inhibiting Na-K-2Cl cotransporter.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Atenolol — 6-7 hours; Furosemide — 2 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Atenolol — C14H22N2O3; Furosemide — C12H11ClN2O5S.

**Molecular Weight**: Atenolol — 266.3360 g/mol; Furosemide — 330.7440 g/mol.

**Type**: Atenolol — Small molecule; Furosemide — Small molecule.