Gabapentin vs Morphine

## Gabapentin vs Morphine: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

**Morphine**: Mu-opioid receptor agonist.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Gabapentin — 5-7 hours; Morphine — 2-3 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Gabapentin — C9H17NO2; Morphine — C17H19NO3.

**Molecular Weight**: Gabapentin — 171.2370 g/mol; Morphine — 285.3380 g/mol.

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