Escitalopram vs Naproxen

## Escitalopram vs Naproxen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Escitalopram** and **Naproxen**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Escitalopram**: S-enantiomer of citalopram; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.

**Naproxen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Naproxen — 12-17 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Naproxen — C14H14O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Naproxen — 230.2590 g/mol.

**Type**: Escitalopram — Small molecule; Naproxen — Small molecule.