Diazepam vs Sertraline

## Diazepam vs Sertraline: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Sertraline**: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Diazepam — 20-100 hours; Sertraline — 26 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O; Sertraline — C17H17Cl2N.

**Molecular Weight**: Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol; Sertraline — 306.2290 g/mol.

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