Alprazolam vs Fluoxetine

## Alprazolam vs Fluoxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Alprazolam** and **Fluoxetine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Alprazolam**: High-potency benzodiazepine GABA-A receptor modulator.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Alprazolam — 6-12 hours; Fluoxetine — 1-3 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Alprazolam — C17H13ClN4; Fluoxetine — C17H18F3NO.

**Molecular Weight**: Alprazolam — 308.7650 g/mol; Fluoxetine — 309.3260 g/mol.

**Type**: Alprazolam — Small molecule; Fluoxetine — Small molecule.