Betaine vs Citalopram

Betaine vs Citalopram: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Betaine and Citalopram.

Mechanism of Action

Citalopram: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI); racemic mixture with escitalopram as active S-enantiomer.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

Type: Betaine — Small molecule; Citalopram — Small molecule.