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Rectol 170 mg Suppositories
Paracetamol (170mg)
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Rectol 170 mg Suppositories is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of fever, headache, body ache and mild to moderate pain.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Paracetamol (170mg)
Available variants: 5'S
Best price: ₹42
MRP: ₹44
Prescription: Required
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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Composition of Rectol 170 mg Suppositories
Rectol 170 mg Suppositories contains Paracetamol (170mg). It belongs to the Para-aminophenol derivative class of medicines.
Uses of Rectol 170 mg Suppositories
- This medicine is used in the treatment of fever
- headache
- body ache and mild to moderate pain.
Key benefits
- The first choice for fever and everyday pain
- Gentle on the stomach
- unlike anti-inflammatory painkillers
- Safe in pregnancy at the recommended dose
How Rectol 170 mg Suppositories works
Paracetamol reduces fever and relieves pain by acting on the parts of the brain that regulate temperature and register pain.
How to take Rectol 170 mg Suppositories
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
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 it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause severe and sometimes fatal liver damage, often with no symptoms at all for the first day. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Rectol 170 mg Suppositories
Most side effects of Rectol are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nausea
- Rash
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 170 mg Suppositories
| Pregnancy | Generally considered safe in pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to be. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Generally considered safe while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Never exceed the daily maximum printed on the pack. Paracetamol overdose damages the liver, and the damage can be silent for a day or two before it becomes serious. Check every other medicine you are taking. Paracetamol is in a very large number of cold, flu and pain combinations, and the doses add together. If you drink alcohol regularly, or have liver disease, ask your doctor what daily limit is safe for you. See a doctor if fever lasts more than three days, or pain more than five.
Do not take Rectol if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe liver disease, except under medical supervision.
Interactions with other medicines
Regular alcohol use increases the risk of liver injury. Tell your doctor if you are on warfarin — regular high-dose paracetamol can affect it.
How to store Rectol 170 mg Suppositories
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Rectol 170 mg Suppositories
Take the lowest dose that works, and leave the stated gap between doses. Seek help immediately after a suspected overdose, even if you feel completely well — treatment works best when it is early.
Manufacturer and class
- Therapeutic class:
- Analgesic and antipyretic
- Drug class:
- Para-aminophenol derivative
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Rectol 170 mg Suppositories FAQs
What is Rectol 170 mg Suppositories used for?
Rectol 170 mg Suppositories is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of fever, headache, body ache and mild to moderate pain. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Rectol 170 mg Suppositories?
Rectol 170 mg Suppositories contains Paracetamol (170mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Rectol 170 mg Suppositories?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Rectol 170 mg Suppositories work?
Paracetamol reduces fever and relieves pain by acting on the parts of the brain that regulate temperature and register pain.
Is Rectol 170 mg Suppositories a prescription medicine?
Yes. Rectol 170 mg Suppositories is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Rectol 170 mg Suppositories?
The side effects reported most often with Rectol are Nausea, Rash. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Rectol 170 mg Suppositories be taken during pregnancy?
Generally considered safe in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Rectol.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Rectol 170 mg Suppositories?
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Rectol 170 mg Suppositories?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Rectol 170 mg Suppositories habit forming?
No. Rectol 170 mg Suppositories is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Rectol 170 mg Suppositories cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Rectol 170 mg Suppositories starts at ₹42 (MRP ₹44) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in 5'S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
How is Rectol 170 mg Suppositories delivered?
Rectol 170 mg Suppositories is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Rectol 170 mg Suppositories, Quick facts
- Salt
- Paracetamol (170mg)
- Best price
- ₹42
- MRP
- ₹44
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Therapeutic class
- Analgesic and antipyretic
- Drug class
- Para-aminophenol derivative
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- 5'S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Rectol 170 mg Suppositories.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.