Citalopram vs Digoxin

Citalopram vs Digoxin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Citalopram and Digoxin.

Mechanism of Action

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

Digoxin: Inhibits Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours; Digoxin — 36-48 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Digoxin — C41H64O14.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Digoxin — 780.9430 g/mol.

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