Diazepam vs Gabapentin

## Diazepam vs Gabapentin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Diazepam** and **Gabapentin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Diazepam**: Positive allosteric modulator of GABA-A receptors.

**Gabapentin**: Binds alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Diazepam — 20-100 hours; Gabapentin — 5-7 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O; Gabapentin — C9H17NO2.

**Molecular Weight**: Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol; Gabapentin — 171.2370 g/mol.

**Type**: Diazepam — Small molecule; Gabapentin — Small molecule.