Escitalopram vs Morphine

## Escitalopram vs Morphine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Morphine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Morphine — C17H19NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Morphine — 285.3380 g/mol.

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