Alprazolam vs Paroxetine

## Alprazolam vs Paroxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Alprazolam** and **Paroxetine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Alprazolam**: High-potency benzodiazepine GABA-A receptor modulator.

**Paroxetine**: Potent selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor with additional muscarinic and NE reuptake inhibition.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Alprazolam — 6-12 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Alprazolam — C17H13ClN4; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Alprazolam — 308.7650 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

**Type**: Alprazolam — Small molecule; Paroxetine — Small molecule.