Atenolol vs Duloxetine

## Atenolol vs Duloxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Atenolol** and **Duloxetine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Atenolol**: Cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker without intrinsic sympathomimetic activity.

**Duloxetine**: Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Atenolol — 6-7 hours; Duloxetine — 12 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Atenolol — C14H22N2O3; Duloxetine — C18H19NOS.

**Molecular Weight**: Atenolol — 266.3360 g/mol; Duloxetine — 297.4150 g/mol.

**Type**: Atenolol — Small molecule; Duloxetine — Small molecule.