Escitalopram vs Warfarin

## Escitalopram vs Warfarin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Warfarin**: Inhibits vitamin K epoxide reductase complex.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Escitalopram — 27-32 hours; Warfarin — 20-60 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Escitalopram — C20H21FN2O; Warfarin — C19H16O4.

**Molecular Weight**: Escitalopram — 324.3920 g/mol; Warfarin — 308.3280 g/mol.

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