Gabapentin vs Sertraline

## Gabapentin vs Sertraline: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Gabapentin** and **Sertraline**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Gabapentin**: Binds alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Gabapentin — 5-7 hours; Sertraline — 26 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Gabapentin — C9H17NO2; Sertraline — C17H17Cl2N.

**Molecular Weight**: Gabapentin — 171.2370 g/mol; Sertraline — 306.2290 g/mol.

**Type**: Gabapentin — Small molecule; Sertraline — Small molecule.