Fluoxetine vs Metformin

## Fluoxetine vs Metformin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Fluoxetine** and **Metformin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Fluoxetine**: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

**Metformin**: Activates AMP-activated protein kinase, decreasing hepatic glucose production.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Fluoxetine — 1-3 days; Metformin — 4-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Fluoxetine — C17H18F3NO; Metformin — C4H11N5.

**Molecular Weight**: Fluoxetine — 309.3260 g/mol; Metformin — 129.1640 g/mol.

**Type**: Fluoxetine — Small molecule; Metformin — Small molecule.