Naproxen vs Oxycodone

## Naproxen vs Oxycodone: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Naproxen** and **Oxycodone**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Naproxen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor.

**Oxycodone**: Semisynthetic mu-opioid receptor agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Naproxen — 12-17 hours; Oxycodone — 3-5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Naproxen — C14H14O3; Oxycodone — C18H21NO4.

**Molecular Weight**: Naproxen — 230.2590 g/mol; Oxycodone — 315.3640 g/mol.

**Type**: Naproxen — Small molecule; Oxycodone — Small molecule.