Fentanyl vs Sertraline

Fentanyl vs Sertraline: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between Fentanyl and Sertraline.

Mechanism of Action

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

Sertraline: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

Pharmacokinetics

Half-life: Fentanyl — 2-4 hours; Sertraline — 26 hours.

Chemical Properties

Molecular Formula: Fentanyl — C22H28N2O; Sertraline — C17H17Cl2N.

Molecular Weight: Fentanyl — 336.4700 g/mol; Sertraline — 306.2290 g/mol.

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