Paroxetine vs Tamoxifen
## Paroxetine vs Tamoxifen: Overview
This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Paroxetine** and **Tamoxifen**.
## Mechanism of Action
**Paroxetine**: Potent selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor with additional muscarinic and NE reuptake inhibition.
**Tamoxifen**: Selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM).
## Pharmacokinetics
**Half-life**: Paroxetine — 21 hours; Tamoxifen — 5-7 days.
## Chemical Properties
**Molecular Formula**: Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3; Tamoxifen — C26H29NO.
**Molecular Weight**: Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol; Tamoxifen — 371.5150 g/mol.
**Type**: Paroxetine — Small molecule; Tamoxifen — Small molecule.