Escitalopram vs Fentanyl

Escitalopram vs Fentanyl: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Escitalopram and Fentanyl.

Mechanism of Action

Escitalopram: S-enantiomer of citalopram; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.

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

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Fentanyl — 2-4 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Fentanyl — C22H28N2O.

Molecular Weight: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Fentanyl — 336.4700 g/mol.

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