Fluoxetine vs Tamoxifen

## Fluoxetine vs Tamoxifen: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Tamoxifen**: Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Fluoxetine — 1-3 days; Tamoxifen — 5-7 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Fluoxetine — C17H18F3NO; Tamoxifen — C26H29NO.

**Molecular Weight**: Fluoxetine — 309.3260 g/mol; Tamoxifen — 371.5150 g/mol.

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