Digoxin vs Fentanyl

Digoxin vs Fentanyl: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Digoxin and Fentanyl.

Mechanism of Action

Digoxin: Inhibits Na+/K+-ATPase, increasing intracellular calcium.

Fentanyl: Highly potent synthetic mu-opioid receptor agonist approximately 100 times more potent than morphine.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Digoxin — 36-48 hours; Fentanyl — 2-4 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Digoxin — C41H64O14; Fentanyl — C22H28N2O.

Molecular Weight: Digoxin — 780.9430 g/mol; Fentanyl — 336.4700 g/mol.

Type: Digoxin — Small molecule; Fentanyl — Small molecule.