Gabapentin vs Paroxetine

## Gabapentin vs Paroxetine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Gabapentin**: Binds alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Gabapentin — 5-7 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Gabapentin — C9H17NO2; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Gabapentin — 171.2370 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

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