Diazepam vs Fluoxetine

## Diazepam vs Fluoxetine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Diazepam — 20-100 hours; Fluoxetine — 1-3 days.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Diazepam — C16H13ClN2O; Fluoxetine — C17H18F3NO.

**Molecular Weight**: Diazepam — 284.7400 g/mol; Fluoxetine — 309.3260 g/mol.

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