Aspirin vs Escitalopram

## Aspirin vs Escitalopram: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Aspirin** and **Escitalopram**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Aspirin**: Irreversibly inhibits cyclooxygenase-1 and -2.

**Escitalopram**: S-enantiomer of citalopram; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Aspirin — 2-3 hours; Escitalopram — 27-32 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Aspirin — C9H8O4; Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O.

**Molecular Weight**: Aspirin — 180.1580 g/mol; Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol.

**Type**: Aspirin — Small molecule; Escitalopram — Small molecule.