Feverall (rectal)
Generic name:acetaminophen (rectal) [ a-SEET-a-MIN-oh-fen ]
Brand names: Acephen, Feverall, Mapap
Drug class:Miscellaneous analgesics
What is Feverall?
Feverall is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.
Feverall is given as a suppository to treat many conditions such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers.
Feverall may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death. Call your doctor at once if you have nausea, pain in your upper stomach, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes).
In rare cases, Feverall may cause a severe skin reaction. Stop using Feverall and call your doctor right away if you have skin redness or a rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Feverall if you are allergic to it.
Do not use Feverall without a doctor's advice if you have ever had alcoholic liver disease (cirrhosis) or if you drink more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day.
Your doctor will determine whether Feverall is safe for you to use during pregnancy. Do not use this medicine without the advice of your doctor if you are pregnant.
Acetaminophen can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breastfeeding a baby.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
How should I use Feverall?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not use more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death.
If you are treating a child, use a pediatric form of acetaminophen. Carefully follow the dosing directions on the medicine label.
Do not take a rectal suppository by mouth. It is for use only in your rectum.
Wash your hands before and after inserting the rectal suppository.
Remove the wrapper before inserting the suppository. Avoid handling the suppository too long or it will melt in your hands....
