Citalopram vs Donepezil

Citalopram vs Donepezil: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Citalopram and Donepezil.

Mechanism of Action

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

Donepezil: Reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours; Donepezil — 70 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Donepezil — C24H29NO3.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Donepezil — 379.4920 g/mol.

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