Alprazolam vs Sertraline

## Alprazolam vs Sertraline: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Sertraline**: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Alprazolam — 6-12 hours; Sertraline — 26 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Alprazolam — C17H13ClN4; Sertraline — C17H17Cl2N.

**Molecular Weight**: Alprazolam — 308.7650 g/mol; Sertraline — 306.2290 g/mol.

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