Diazepam vs Trazodone

## Diazepam vs Trazodone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Diazepam** and **Trazodone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Diazepam**: Positive allosteric modulator of GABA-A receptors.

**Trazodone**: Serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor (SARI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Diazepam — 20-100 hours; Trazodone — 5-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O; Trazodone — C19H22ClN5O.

**Molecular Weight**: Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol; Trazodone — 371.8640 g/mol.

**Type**: Diazepam — Small molecule; Trazodone — Small molecule.