Escitalopram vs Lamotrigine

## Escitalopram vs Lamotrigine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Escitalopram** and **Lamotrigine**.

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Lamotrigine**: Sodium channel blocker inhibiting glutamate release.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Lamotrigine — 25 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Lamotrigine — C9H7Cl2N5.

**Molecular Weight**: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Lamotrigine — 256.0910 g/mol.

**Type**: Escitalopram — Small molecule; Lamotrigine — Small molecule.