Carbamazepine vs Citalopram

Carbamazepine vs Citalopram: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Carbamazepine and Citalopram.

Mechanism of Action

Carbamazepine: Voltage-gated sodium channel blocker.

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

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Carbamazepine — 25-65 hours; Citalopram — 35 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Carbamazepine — C15H12N2O; Citalopram — C20H21FN2O.

Molecular Weight: Carbamazepine — 236.2690 g/mol; Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

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