Midazolam vs Paroxetine

## Midazolam vs Paroxetine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

**Midazolam**: Ultra-short-acting benzodiazepine GABA-A receptor positive allosteric modulator.

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Midazolam — 1.5-2.5 hours; Paroxetine — 21 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Midazolam — C18H13ClFN3; Paroxetine — C19H20FNO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Midazolam — 325.7670 g/mol; Paroxetine — 329.3730 g/mol.

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