Duloxetine vs Naproxen

## Duloxetine vs Naproxen: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Duloxetine** and **Naproxen**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Duloxetine**: Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

**Naproxen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Duloxetine — 12 hours; Naproxen — 12-17 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Duloxetine — C18H19NOS; Naproxen — C14H14O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Duloxetine — 297.4150 g/mol; Naproxen — 230.2590 g/mol.

**Type**: Duloxetine — Small molecule; Naproxen — Small molecule.