Fluoxetine vs Venlafaxine

Fluoxetine vs Venlafaxine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Fluoxetine and Venlafaxine.

Mechanism of Action

Fluoxetine: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

Venlafaxine: Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Fluoxetine — 1-3 days; Venlafaxine — 5 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Fluoxetine — C17H18F3NO; Venlafaxine — C17H27NO2.

Molecular Weight: Fluoxetine — 309.3260 g/mol; Venlafaxine — 277.4020 g/mol.

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