Cephalexin vs Citalopram

Cephalexin vs Citalopram: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Cephalexin and Citalopram.

Mechanism of Action

Cephalexin: First-generation cephalosporin inhibiting cell wall synthesis.

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

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Cephalexin — 0.5-1.2 hours; Citalopram — 35 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Cephalexin — C16H17N3O4S; Citalopram — C20H21FN2O.

Molecular Weight: Cephalexin — 347.3890 g/mol; Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

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