Fentanyl vs Naproxen

Fentanyl vs Naproxen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Fentanyl and Naproxen.

Mechanism of Action

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

Naproxen: Non-selective COX inhibitor.

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Fentanyl — 2-4 hours; Naproxen — 12-17 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Fentanyl — C22H28N2O; Naproxen — C14H14O3.

Molecular Weight: Fentanyl — 336.4700 g/mol; Naproxen — 230.2590 g/mol.

Type: Fentanyl — Small molecule; Naproxen — Small molecule.