Tylenol generic name?

What is the generic (active) ingredient in Tylenol?

Tylenol’s generic name depends on the specific Tylenol product. Most Tylenol products use acetaminophen as the active ingredient (for example, “Tylenol Extra Strength” and “Tylenol Regular Strength” are both acetaminophen).

What if the Tylenol product name mentions something else?

If the Tylenol package lists another active ingredient, the “generic name” is typically that ingredient. For example, some Tylenol products (such as those for cold/flu) include additional drugs beyond acetaminophen, so the generic name would match the product’s listed active ingredients.

How to confirm the generic name on a label

Check the “Active ingredient(s)” line on the specific Tylenol box or bottle. The generic name is the active ingredient(s) listed there, which is what generic versions use as well.