Celecoxib vs Paroxetine

Celecoxib vs Paroxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Celecoxib and Paroxetine.

Mechanism of Action

Celecoxib: Selective COX-2 inhibitor.

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

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Celecoxib — 11 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Celecoxib — C17H14F3N3O2S; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

Molecular Weight: Celecoxib — 381.3730 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

Type: Celecoxib — Small molecule; Paroxetine — Small molecule.