Citalopram vs Propranolol

Citalopram vs Propranolol: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Citalopram and Propranolol.

Mechanism of Action

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

Propranolol: Non-selective beta-adrenergic receptor blocker.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Citalopram — 35 hours; Propranolol — 3-6 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Propranolol — C16H21NO2.

Molecular Weight: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Propranolol — 259.3440 g/mol.

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