Citalopram vs Irbesartan

Citalopram vs Irbesartan: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Citalopram and Irbesartan.

Mechanism of Action

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

Irbesartan: Selective non-competitive angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours; Irbesartan — 11-15 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Irbesartan — C25H28N6O.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Irbesartan — 428.5320 g/mol.

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