Escitalopram vs Sumatriptan

## Escitalopram vs Sumatriptan: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Sumatriptan**: Selective 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Sumatriptan — 2.5 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Sumatriptan — C14H21N3O2S.

**Molecular Weight**: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Sumatriptan — 295.4020 g/mol.

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