Citalopram vs Ondansetron

Citalopram vs Ondansetron: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Citalopram and Ondansetron.

Mechanism of Action

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

Ondansetron: Selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours; Ondansetron — 3-5 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Ondansetron — C18H19N3O.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Ondansetron — 293.3660 g/mol.

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