Fentanyl vs Fluoxetine

Fentanyl vs Fluoxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Fentanyl and Fluoxetine.

Mechanism of Action

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

Fluoxetine: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Fentanyl — 2-4 hours; Fluoxetine — 1-3 days.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Fentanyl — C22H28N2O; Fluoxetine — C17H18F3NO.

Molecular Weight: Fentanyl — 336.4700 g/mol; Fluoxetine — 309.3260 g/mol.

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