Diazepam vs Paroxetine

## Diazepam vs Paroxetine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Diazepam**: Positive allosteric modulator of GABA-A receptors.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Diazepam — 20-100 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

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