Citalopram vs Enalapril

Citalopram vs Enalapril: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Citalopram and Enalapril.

Mechanism of Action

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

Enalapril: Prodrug converted to enalaprilat; inhibits ACE preventing angiotensin I to II conversion.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours; Enalapril — 11 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Enalapril — C20H28N2O5.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol.

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