Tikosyn generic name?

What is the generic (non-brand) name for Tikosyn?

Tikosyn’s generic name is dofetilide. [1]

Why does Tikosyn have a different generic name?

Tikosyn is the brand name; dofetilide is the active ingredient (the drug’s generic name). [1]

How is the name written on prescriptions?

On prescriptions and pharmacy labels, the medication is typically listed as dofetilide rather than Tikosyn. [1]

Where does the name come from (drug class)?

Dofetilide is an antiarrhythmic medication. [1]

Sources

[1] https://www.drugs.com/pro/tikosyn.html