Escitalopram vs Ranitidine

## Escitalopram vs Ranitidine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Ranitidine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S.

**Molecular Weight**: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol.

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