Acetaminophen Suppository

Therapeutic Class: Pain Management

Dosage Forms: Suppositiries

Brand Name: Acetaminophen Suppository

Best Acetaminophen Suppository Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter In India.

How it works?

Uses of Acetaminophen Suppository

Acetaminophen Suppository (also known as paracetamol) helps your body:

  • Relieve pain by raising your pain threshold
  • Reduce fever by acting on the brain’s temperature control center
  • Provide gentle relief without causing stomach irritation

Dosages administration of Acetaminophen Suppository

Dosage for Children

The dose depends on your child’s age and weight:

Age Weight Dose
6 to 9 years 20–30 kg 1 suppository
10 to 12 years 30–40 kg 1 to 2 suppositories

How to Use

  • For rectal use only (insert into the bottom).
  • You can give a dose up to 4 times in 24 hours.
  • Wait at least 4 hours between doses.
  • Do not give more than the recommended dose.
  • Do not use for more than 3 days unless your doctor says it’s okay.
  • Use whole suppositories only—do not break them before use.

Side effects of Acetaminophen Suppository

Possible Side Effects of Acetaminophen Suppository

Most people use this medicine without any problems. But in rare cases, some side effects may happen:

Stomach and Rectal Issues

  • Common: Redness or irritation around the rectal area

Allergic Reactions

  • Rare: Skin rash, itching, swelling (especially of the face or throat)
  • Very rare: Serious skin reactions

Liver Problems

  • Rare: Liver damage
  • Overdose warning: Taking too much can cause severe liver injury

Blood Changes

  • Rare reports: Low platelet count or other blood disorders
  • These may not be directly caused by acetaminophen

Precautions of Acetaminophen Suppository

Important Safety Information

Do Not Mix With Other Pain Medicines

  • Don’t use this product with other medications that contain acetaminophen. It can lead to overdose.

Use With Caution in Certain Health Conditions

  • Be careful if you have kidney or liver problems.
  • People with non-cirrhotic liver disease are at higher risk of liver damage.

Overdose Warning

  • Taking more than the recommended dose can cause serious liver damage.
  • If liver damage is suspected, your doctor may order liver function tests.

Keep Out of Reach

  • Store safely. Children should not have access to this medicine.

 

Rare But Serious Condition: HAGMA

Some very sick patients may develop a rare condition called pyroglutamic acidosis, which affects the body’s acid balance.

This may happen in people who:

  • Have severe kidney problems or sepsis
  • Are malnourished or have chronic alcoholism.
  • Are treated with acetaminophen for a long time or with acetaminophen + flucloxacillin.

If this condition is suspected:

  • Stop acetaminophen immediately.
  • Monitor the patient closely.
  • A special urine test (5-oxoproline) may help confirm the diagnosis.

Storage instruction of Acetaminophen Suppository

Store in a cool, dry place at a temperature below 30°C and away from light.

Keep out of reach of children.

Packing details of Acetaminophen Suppository

1 × 5 Suppositories

Acetaminophen Suppositories 250 mg is available in a PVC/PE blister of 5 suppositories. Such 01 strips in a unit carton with package insert.

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