TYLENOL [Acetaminophen] metabolism A lot of GLUTATHIONE is needed to deal with the Oxidative Stress generated by the CYP 450 metabolism of Tylenol. When people go to the ER for Tylenol Overdose Yes there is good evidence that acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol) can deplete glutathione under certain conditions. But whether that matters depends on dose, duration, and individual factors. Acetaminophen Glutathione d3 Disodium Salt (~90%) The Metabolism of Acetaminophen and the Synthesis of Glutathione Download Scientific Diagram As a naturopathic doctor and a mom, Tylenol is a hard no in my house and I want to explain why. , , Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is processed through the liver, and in that process it can lower