Alprazolam vs Citalopram

## Alprazolam vs Citalopram: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Alprazolam** and **Citalopram**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Alprazolam**: High-potency benzodiazepine GABA-A receptor modulator.

**Citalopram**: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI); racemic mixture with escitalopram as active S-enantiomer.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Alprazolam — 6-12 hours; Citalopram — 35 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Alprazolam — C17H13ClN4; Citalopram — C20H21FN2O.

**Molecular Weight**: Alprazolam — 308.7650 g/mol; Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

**Type**: Alprazolam — Small molecule; Citalopram — Small molecule.