Amlodipine vs Escitalopram

## Amlodipine vs Escitalopram: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Amlodipine** and **Escitalopram**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Amlodipine**: Dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker.

**Escitalopram**: S-enantiomer of citalopram; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Amlodipine — 30-50 hours; Escitalopram — 27-32 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Amlodipine — C20H25ClN2O5; Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O.

**Molecular Weight**: Amlodipine — 408.8800 g/mol; Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

**Type**: Amlodipine — Small molecule; Escitalopram — Small molecule.