What is Dolo-650 called in the United States?
Dolo-650 contains paracetamol. In the United States the same medicine is sold as Tylenol, where the ingredient is called acetaminophen.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolo-650 Pending verification | India | paracetamol N02BE01 | 500 mg tablet, 650 mg tablet, 120 mg/5 mL syrup |
| Tylenol Pending verification | United States | paracetamol N02BE01 | 500 mg tablet, 650 mg tablet, 120 mg/5 mL syrup |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Dolo-650 called in the United States?
Dolo-650 contains paracetamol. In the United States the same medicine is sold as Tylenol, where the ingredient is called acetaminophen.
Is Tylenol exactly the same as Dolo-650?
Both contain paracetamol (ATC N02BE01). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of paracetamol are common in the United States?
Common forms include 500 mg tablet, 650 mg tablet, 120 mg/5 mL syrup. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
