Naproxen vs Sumatriptan

## Naproxen vs Sumatriptan: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Naproxen** and **Sumatriptan**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Naproxen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor.

**Sumatriptan**: Selective 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Naproxen — 12-17 hours; Sumatriptan — 2.5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Naproxen — C14H14O3; Sumatriptan — C14H21N3O2S.

**Molecular Weight**: Naproxen — 230.2590 g/mol; Sumatriptan — 295.4020 g/mol.

**Type**: Naproxen — Small molecule; Sumatriptan — Small molecule.