Citalopram vs Gabapentin

Citalopram vs Gabapentin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Citalopram and Gabapentin.

Mechanism of Action

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

Gabapentin: Binds alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours; Gabapentin — 5-7 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Gabapentin — C9H17NO2.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Gabapentin — 171.2370 g/mol.

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