Gabapentin vs Lorazepam

## Gabapentin vs Lorazepam: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Gabapentin** and **Lorazepam**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Gabapentin**: Binds alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels.

**Lorazepam**: Intermediate-acting benzodiazepine enhancing GABA-A receptor chloride conductance.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Gabapentin — 5-7 hours; Lorazepam — 10-20 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Gabapentin — C9H17NO2; Lorazepam — C15H10Cl2N2O2.

**Molecular Weight**: Gabapentin — 171.2370 g/mol; Lorazepam — 321.1580 g/mol.

**Type**: Gabapentin — Small molecule; Lorazepam — Small molecule.