Paracetamol (acetaminophen) around the world
Paracetamol is a analgesic, antipyretic sold as Tylenol in the United States and Panadol in the UK. Below is its brand name in each of 9 countries.
Paracetamol relieves mild to moderate pain and lowers fever. North America calls the same molecule acetaminophen. It is gentle on the stomach but harmful to the liver above the daily maximum.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
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Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions about paracetamol abroad
What is Paracetamol called in the United States?
In the United States, paracetamol is sold as Tylenol, and the ingredient is called acetaminophen.
What is Paracetamol called in the UK?
In the United Kingdom, paracetamol is sold as Panadol, Calpol.
What is the Paracetamol brand in Pakistan?
In Pakistan, paracetamol is sold as Panadol, Calpol.
What is Paracetamol called in India?
In India, paracetamol is sold as Crocin, Dolo-650, Calpol.
Is Paracetamol the same in every country?
The active ingredient paracetamol (ATC N02BE01) is the same, but strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ between brands and countries. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
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Brand names are checked against each country's medicines regulator. Brands marked "Pending verification" have not been checked yet.
