Rectol 125 Suppository

Composition of Rectol 125 Suppository

Rectol 125 Suppository contains Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) 125 mg suppository. It belongs to the Para-aminophenol derivative (non-opioid analgesic) class of medicines.

Uses of Rectol 125 Suppository

• Relief of fever and mild to moderate pain in children
• including pain due to teething
• headache
• sore throat
• earache
• post-immunisation fever
• cold/flu symptoms.

Key benefits

• Reduces fever in children
• Relieves mild to moderate pain
• Useful when oral medicines are not tolerated
• Fast symptomatic relief
• Convenient rectal dosage form

How Rectol 125 Suppository works

Paracetamol reduces fever by acting on the temperature-regulating center in the brain and lowers prostaglandin production. It also relieves pain by inhibiting pain-mediating chemical messengers in the central nervous system.

How to take Rectol 125 Suppository

For rectal use only. Insert the suppository into the rectum as directed by a doctor, usually after bowel movement if possible. Use the lowest effective dose at appropriate intervals; do not exceed the recommended total daily dose. Avoid using along with other paracetamol-containing products unless advised.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Rectol as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Rectol than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Rectol 125 Suppository

Most side effects of Rectol are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Rectal irritation
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• rash
• allergic reactions (rare)

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Rectol 125 Suppository

Warnings and precautions

Do not use in case of known allergy to paracetamol. Use with caution in liver disease, chronic alcohol use, malnutrition or dehydration; overdose can cause severe liver damage. Seek medical help if fever persists >3 days, pain persists >5 days, or if signs of allergic reaction (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty) occur. Avoid repeated dosing beyond recommended limits.

Interactions with other medicines

Other paracetamol-containing medicines (overdose risk), warfarin/coumarin anticoagulants (may increase bleeding risk with prolonged use), enzyme inducers such as phenytoin/carbamazepine/phenobarbital/rifampicin (increased liver toxicity risk), isoniazid (hepatotoxicity risk), probenecid (increases paracetamol levels), cholestyramine (reduces absorption if given close together)

How to store Rectol 125 Suppository

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place, protected from heat and direct light. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Bliss Gvs Pharma Limited

Therapeutic class:

Analgesic, Antipyretic

Drug class:

Para-aminophenol derivative (non-opioid analgesic)