TYLENOL® is safe and effective when used as directed. The safety of TYLENOL® at recommended doses has been established through 50 years of use and scientific investigation. Do not exceed the recommended dosage as it may cause liver damage.

TYLENOL® contains the active ingredient acetaminophen, which is a pain reliever and fever reducer. It works by elevating the body's overall pain threshold so you feel less pain, and lowers your fever by helping your body eliminate excess heat.

Acetaminophen is an effective pain reliever and fever reducer. Acetaminophen is thought to relieve mild to moderate pain by elevating your body’s overall pain threshold. It is also thought to lower your fever by helping your body eliminate excess heat.

Phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine are nasal decongestants indicated to help clear nasal passages, promote nasal and sinus drainage, and for temporary relief of sinus congestion and pressure.

These are antihistamines that relieve symptoms such as sneezing and runny nose.  These ingredients may cause drowsiness so are likely to be in Nighttime formulations.

To be sure what ingredients are in your medicine always read the complete label and follow the instructions.

The only non-prescription TYLENOL® product that contains caffeine is TYLENOL® Ultra (for clinically proven superior headache pain relief – Clinical studies have proven that an acetaminophen and caffeine combination relieves headache more effectively than acetaminophen alone). None of the other TYLENOL® products in Canada contain caffeine.

All TYLENOL® Cold, Sinus or Flu products contain acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine or pseudoephedrine in different combinations.   Therefore, all products can be used to temporarily reduce fever and are also indicated for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains, headache, sore throat, nasal congestion, cough, sinus congestion, and sinus pressure.  Additionally, TYLENOL® Complete Cold, Cough & Flu products contain guaifenesin, an expectorant, which helps to relieve chest congestion and clear out mucus. The Nighttime product contains a drowsy antihistamine that helps relieve running nose and sneezing so you can rest.