Ibuprofen vs Ranitidine

## Ibuprofen vs Ranitidine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Ibuprofen** and **Ranitidine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours; Ranitidine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ibuprofen — C13H18O2; Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol; Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol.

**Type**: Ibuprofen — Small molecule; Ranitidine — Small molecule.