Ranitidine vs Sertraline

## Ranitidine vs Sertraline: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Ranitidine** and **Sertraline**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Ranitidine**: Competitive H2 receptor antagonist.

**Sertraline**: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Ranitidine — 2-3 hours; Sertraline — 26 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Ranitidine — C13H22N4O3S; Sertraline — C17H17Cl2N.

**Molecular Weight**: Ranitidine — 314.4050 g/mol; Sertraline — 306.2290 g/mol.

**Type**: Ranitidine — Small molecule; Sertraline — Small molecule.