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Tylenol 500mg

Acetaminophen · tablet

Generic: Acetaminophen
Pain & Inflammation
DIN: 02192381

Lowest price

$5.57

Save up to $6.68

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Analgesic and antipyretic for mild to moderate pain and fever. Does not have anti-inflammatory properties but is easier on the stomach.

Tylenol 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains in Canada, with prices ranging from $5.57 to $12.25. You could save up to $6.68 by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury over Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay.

Prices across 9 pharmacy chainsSorted by price

Save up to $6.68 (55%)

by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury over Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay

Best Price

$5.57

Rexall - Brandon

Brandon, MB

$10.48

+$4.91 more

$10.49

+$4.92 more

$10.51

+$4.94 more

$10.74

+$5.17 more

$10.82

+$5.25 more

$11.04

+$5.47 more

$11.17

+$5.60 more

$12.25

+$6.68 more

Cheapest option breakdown

Unit price ($0.04 × 30)
$1.08
Dispensing fee
$4.49
Total$5.57
19% drug81% fee

Why prices differ

Price spread$6.68
Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury vs Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay120% gap

What drives the $6.68 gap?

Dispensing fee
96% of gap
$4.49$11.00(+$6.51)
Pharmacy markup
2% of gap
$0.00$0.11(+$0.11)
Drug base cost
3% of gap
$1.08$1.25(+$0.17)

The dispensing fee is the biggest factor in the price difference for this medication. This is a flat fee pharmacists charge per fill — it can vary by over $7 between chains.

Price at each chain

Visual comparison — green bar = cheapest

Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury
$5.57
Rexall - Brandon
$10.48+$4.91
Shoppers Drug Mart - Brandon
$10.49+$4.92
Walmart Pharmacy - Polo Park
$10.51+$4.94
Familiprix - Rosemont
$10.74+$5.17
London Drugs - Sherbrooke
$10.82+$5.25
Jean Coutu - Verdun
$11.04+$5.47
Medicine Shoppe - Lawrence
$11.17+$5.60
Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay
$12.25+$6.68
Drug cost
Markup
Dispensing fee

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Where to Buy Tylenol 500mg

Tylenol 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 42 cities

Tylenol 500mg at Shoppers Drug Mart

Available in 29 locations · Shoppers Drug Mart is Canada's largest pharmacy chain

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tylenol 500mg pricing and availability

How much does Tylenol 500mg cost?

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Tylenol 500mg tablet costs as low as $5.57 at Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury, and up to $12.25 at Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay. Prices vary by pharmacy chain and location in Canada. We compare prices at 9 pharmacy chains to help you find the lowest price.

Where can I buy Tylenol in Canada?

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Tylenol 500mg is available at 9 pharmacy chains across 7 cities in Canada, including Sudbury, Brandon, Winnipeg, Montreal, Sherbrooke and more. The cheapest option is Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury at $5.57.

What is the generic name for Tylenol?

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The generic name for Tylenol is Acetaminophen. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are typically 30-80% cheaper. Ask your pharmacist about switching to save money.

How much does Tylenol cost at Shoppers Drug Mart?

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Tylenol 500mg costs $10.49 at Shoppers Drug Mart in Brandon. This includes the dispensing fee of $9.28. You could save $4.92 by switching to Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury.

How can I save money on Tylenol?

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You can save up to $6.68 (55%) on Tylenol 500mg by choosing Costco Pharmacy - Sudbury over Guardian Pharmacy - Oak Bay. Other ways to save include: asking for generic alternatives, checking if your insurance covers it, using pharmacy loyalty programs, and buying in larger quantities to reduce per-unit costs.

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