How much does Tylenol cost without insurance?

Tylenol (Acetaminophen) 500 mg costs around $4.27 cash for the generic and $14.99 for the brand. Live prices on this page are verified within the last 72 hours.

What pharmacy has the cheapest Tylenol?

Cost Plus Drugs and Costco typically have the lowest cash price for generic Acetaminophen. CVS and Walgreens are the most expensive. Exact rankings update live above.

How much does Tylenol cost in District of Columbia without insurance?

Tylenol (Acetaminophen) 500 mg costs around $4.27 cash for the generic in District of Columbia. Most US chain pharmacies price prescriptions uniformly nationwide.

Where can I get the cheapest Tylenol in District of Columbia?

Cost Plus Drugs (mail-order, ships to all 50 states), Costco, and Walmart usually have the lowest cash prices for Acetaminophen in District of Columbia. CVS and Walgreens are typically the most expensive.

Does District of Columbia Medicaid cover Tylenol?

Most state Medicaid programs cover generic Acetaminophen with a low or zero copay. Brand Tylenol usually requires prior authorization. Check your District of Columbia Medicaid formulary for the latest list.

Pain Relief

Tylenol

Name: Tylenol 500 mg (Acetaminophen)
Brand: Tylenol
SKU: tylenol

Acetaminophen · 500 mg · tablet · qty 100

Mild to moderate pain, fever reduction.

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Common uses & information

Tylenol is a brand of Acetaminophen, a pain relief medication supplied as tablet in a 500 mg strength. It is commonly used for mild to moderate pain, fever reduction.

An FDA-approved generic (Acetaminophen) is available and typically costs less than the brand — compare both cash prices in the table above before you fill.

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Price summary

Form	Class	Brand avg	Generic avg	Savings
tablet 500 mg	OTC	$14.99 — generic is cheaper, see recommendation	$4.27Generic recommended	72%

Clinical information

Typical dosing

Adult: 325–1000 mg every 4–6 hours, max 4000 mg/day from all sources combined.

Side effects

Generally well tolerated. Overdose causes severe liver damage — never exceed daily limit.

Interactions to know

Watch combination cold/flu products that also contain acetaminophen — easy to double-dose by accident.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Considered the preferred pain/fever option in pregnancy (still discuss with provider).

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Manufacturer & patient assistance programs

For patient assistance, check NeedyMeds and RxAssist.

FAQ

Is generic Acetaminophen the same as Tylenol?

Yes. The FDA requires generics to contain the same active ingredient at the same strength as the brand. Inactive ingredients (binders, dyes) may differ.

How much can I save by choosing the generic?

On average $10.72 per fill (72% off the brand price). Savings vary by pharmacy — see live prices above.

Do I need insurance to get this price?

No. The prices shown on BetterBuyRx are cash prices. Often these beat insurance copays for generics.

How often is this price updated?

At minimum every 72 hours. Many sources refresh every few hours.

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Information for general comparison only. Not medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist.