Enalapril vs Escitalopram

## Enalapril vs Escitalopram: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Enalapril** and **Escitalopram**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Enalapril**: Prodrug converted to enalaprilat; inhibits ACE preventing angiotensin I to II conversion.

**Escitalopram**: S-enantiomer of citalopram; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Enalapril — 11 hours; Escitalopram — 27-32 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Enalapril — C20H28N2O5; Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O.

**Molecular Weight**: Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol; Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

**Type**: Enalapril — Small molecule; Escitalopram — Small molecule.