Dexamethasone vs Duloxetine

## Dexamethasone vs Duloxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Dexamethasone** and **Duloxetine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Dexamethasone**: Potent synthetic glucocorticoid.

**Duloxetine**: Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Dexamethasone — 36-54 hours; Duloxetine — 12 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Dexamethasone — C22H29FO5; Duloxetine — C18H19NOS.

**Molecular Weight**: Dexamethasone — 392.4610 g/mol; Duloxetine — 297.4150 g/mol.

**Type**: Dexamethasone — Small molecule; Duloxetine — Small molecule.