Metformin vs Quetiapine

## Metformin vs Quetiapine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Quetiapine**: Atypical antipsychotic; antagonist at multiple receptors.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Metformin — 4-9 hours; Quetiapine — 6 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Metformin — C4H11N5; Quetiapine — C21H25N3O2S.

**Molecular Weight**: Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol; Quetiapine — 383.5100 g/mol.

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