Duloxetine vs Ibuprofen

## Duloxetine vs Ibuprofen: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Ibuprofen**: Non-selective COX inhibitor reducing prostaglandin synthesis.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Duloxetine — 12 hours; Ibuprofen — 2-4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Duloxetine — C18H19NOS; Ibuprofen — C13H18O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Duloxetine — 297.4150 g/mol; Ibuprofen — 206.2810 g/mol.

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