Morphine vs Paroxetine

## Morphine vs Paroxetine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Morphine**: Mu-opioid receptor agonist.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Morphine — 2-3 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Morphine — C17H19NO3; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Morphine — 285.3380 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

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