Citalopram vs Tramadol

## Citalopram vs Tramadol: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Citalopram** and **Tramadol**.

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Tramadol**: Mu-opioid receptor agonist and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Citalopram — 35 hours; Tramadol — 5-7 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Tramadol — C16H25NO2.

**Molecular Weight**: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Tramadol — 263.3750 g/mol.

**Type**: Citalopram — Small molecule; Tramadol — Small molecule.