Escitalopram vs Sitagliptin

## Escitalopram vs Sitagliptin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Sitagliptin**: DPP-4 inhibitor increasing incretin levels.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Sitagliptin — 12.4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Sitagliptin — C16H15F6N5O.

**Molecular Weight**: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Sitagliptin — 407.3140 g/mol.

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