Duloxetine vs Trimethoprim

## Duloxetine vs Trimethoprim: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Trimethoprim**: Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor (bacterial selective).

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Duloxetine — 12 hours; Trimethoprim — 8-10 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Duloxetine — C18H19NOS; Trimethoprim — C14H18N4O3.

**Molecular Weight**: Duloxetine — 297.4150 g/mol; Trimethoprim — 290.3180 g/mol.

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