Fentanyl vs Meperidine Hydrochloride

Fentanyl vs Meperidine Hydrochloride: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Fentanyl and Meperidine Hydrochloride.

Mechanism of Action

Fentanyl: Highly potent synthetic mu-opioid receptor agonist approximately 100 times more potent than morphine.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Fentanyl — 2-4 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Fentanyl — C22H28N2O.

Molecular Weight: Fentanyl — 336.4700 g/mol.

Type: Fentanyl — Small molecule; Meperidine Hydrochloride — Small molecule.