Cephalexin vs Rivaroxaban
## Cephalexin vs Rivaroxaban: Overview
This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Rivaroxaban**.
## Mechanism of Action
**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.
**Rivaroxaban**: Direct Factor Xa inhibitor.
## Pharmacokinetics
**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Rivaroxaban — 5-9 hours.
## Chemical Properties
**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Rivaroxaban — C19H18ClN3O5S.
**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Rivaroxaban — 435.8820 g/mol.
**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Rivaroxaban — Small molecule.