Cephalexin vs Sertraline

## Cephalexin vs Sertraline: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Cephalexin** and **Sertraline**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Cephalexin**: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

**Sertraline**: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Sertraline — 26 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Sertraline — C17H17Cl2N.

**Molecular Weight**: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Sertraline — 306.2290 g/mol.

**Type**: Cephalexin — Small molecule; Sertraline — Small molecule.