Escitalopram vs Venlafaxine

Escitalopram vs Venlafaxine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Escitalopram and Venlafaxine.

Mechanism of Action

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

Venlafaxine: Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Venlafaxine — 5 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Venlafaxine — C17H27NO2.

Molecular Weight: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Venlafaxine — 277.4020 g/mol.

Type: Escitalopram — Small molecule; Venlafaxine — Small molecule.