Aripiprazole vs Paroxetine

## Aripiprazole vs Paroxetine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Aripiprazole**: Partial agonist at D2 and 5-HT1A receptors.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Aripiprazole — 75 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Aripiprazole — C23H27Cl2N3O2; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Aripiprazole — 448.3850 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

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