Enalapril vs Paroxetine

Enalapril vs Paroxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Enalapril and Paroxetine.

Mechanism of Action

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

Paroxetine: Potent selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor with additional muscarinic and NE reuptake inhibition.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Enalapril — 11 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Enalapril — C20H28N2O5; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

Molecular Weight: Enalapril — 376.4470 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

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