Escitalopram vs Loratadine

## Escitalopram vs Loratadine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Loratadine**: Second-generation H1 antihistamine with minimal CNS effects.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Loratadine — 8 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Loratadine — C22H23ClN2O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Loratadine — 382.8800 g/mol.

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