Canagliflozin vs Citalopram

Canagliflozin vs Citalopram: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Canagliflozin and Citalopram.

Mechanism of Action

Canagliflozin: Selective SGLT2 inhibitor reducing renal glucose reabsorption and lowering blood glucose.

Citalopram: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI); racemic mixture with escitalopram as active S-enantiomer.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Canagliflozin — 10.6 hours; Citalopram — 35 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Canagliflozin — C24H25FO5S; Citalopram — C20H21FN2O.

Molecular Weight: Canagliflozin — 444.5170 g/mol; Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

Type: Canagliflozin — Small molecule; Citalopram — Small molecule.