Citalopram vs Valsartan

Citalopram vs Valsartan: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Citalopram and Valsartan.

Mechanism of Action

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

Valsartan: Angiotensin II type 1 receptor blocker.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours; Valsartan — 6 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Valsartan — C24H29N5O3.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Valsartan — 435.5190 g/mol.

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