Ibuprofen vs Paroxetine

## Ibuprofen vs Paroxetine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Ibuprofen** and **Paroxetine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

**Paroxetine**: Potent selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor with additional muscarinic and NE reuptake inhibition.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ibuprofen — C13H18O2; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

**Type**: Ibuprofen — Small molecule; Paroxetine — Small molecule.