Diazepam vs Morphine

## Diazepam vs Morphine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Morphine**: Mu-opioid receptor agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Diazepam — 20-100 hours; Morphine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O; Morphine — C17H19NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol; Morphine — 285.3380 g/mol.

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