Citalopram vs Ramipril

## Citalopram vs Ramipril: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Ramipril**: Prodrug converted to ramiprilat; ACE inhibitor.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Citalopram — 35 hours; Ramipril — 13-17 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Citalopram — C20H21FN2O; Ramipril — C23H32N2O5.

**Molecular Weight**: Citalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Ramipril — 416.5120 g/mol.

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