Duloxetine vs Metformin

## Duloxetine vs Metformin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Duloxetine** and **Metformin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Duloxetine**: Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

**Metformin**: Activates AMP-activated protein kinase, decreasing hepatic glucose production.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Duloxetine — 12 hours; Metformin — 4-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Duloxetine — C18H19NOS; Metformin — C4H11N5.

**Molecular Weight**: Duloxetine — 297.4150 g/mol; Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol.

**Type**: Duloxetine — Small molecule; Metformin — Small molecule.