Fluoxetine vs Trazodone

## Fluoxetine vs Trazodone: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Trazodone**: Serotonin antagonist and reuptake inhibitor (SARI).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Fluoxetine — 1-3 days; Trazodone — 5-9 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Fluoxetine — C17H18F3NO; Trazodone — C19H22ClN5O.

**Molecular Weight**: Fluoxetine — 309.3260 g/mol; Trazodone — 371.8640 g/mol.

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