Rectol 125 Suppository

Drug | Capsule

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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)

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

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