Duloxetine vs Morphine

## Duloxetine vs Morphine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Duloxetine** and **Morphine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Duloxetine**: Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

**Morphine**: Mu-opioid receptor agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Duloxetine — 12 hours; Morphine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Duloxetine — C18H19NOS; Morphine — C17H19NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Duloxetine — 297.4150 g/mol; Morphine — 285.3380 g/mol.

**Type**: Duloxetine — Small molecule; Morphine — Small molecule.