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Sumo 75 MG Injection

Manufacturer :  Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Nimesulide
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Sumo 75 MG Injection

Sumo 75 MG Injection is an anti-inflammatory pain killer which is also a non-steroidal tablet. This medication can be used to treat acute pain, pain related to menstrual cramps, backache, migraine, post-operative pains, rheumatoid arthritis, fever and painful osteoarthritis.

The medication functions by blocking the cyclooxygenases which actually produces pain signals in our body. Cyclooxygenases and Prostaglandin are the reasons for the occurrence of inflammation, swelling of joints and other acute pains. This drug works by exerting pain relieving activities. Cyclooxygenase is a type of enzyme which produces compounds known as Prostaglandin. The existence of Prostaglandin in your body creates inflammation in joints, swelling and pain.

Sumo 75 MG Injection is a Cyclooxygenase inhibitor, so it effectively reduces these symptoms. This injection targets all the components resulting to development of swelling such as free radicals, proteolytic enzymes, histamine, cyclooxygenases and prostaglandin. This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug. This class of drugs are shortly known as NSAIDs. These drugs help in treating high fever, preventing blood clots, decreasing pain and helps in stopping the development of cancer cells. If given in high dosage, these drugs can also be used in treating inflammation in the body. Your pain will be gone in just 15 minutes after using the medication. But it is not good to use the drug for a prolonged period due to its harmful side effects. It is always advisable to finish the passage within 15 days.

    What are the uses of Sumo 75 MG Injection

    What are the contraindications of Sumo 75 MG Injection ?

    • Allergy

      if you are allergic to any of the ingredients used in this medicine, you should not use it.

    • Liver Disease

      Do not use this medication if you have an active liver disease.

    What are the side effects of Sumo 75 MG Injection ?

    Key highlights of Sumo 75 MG Injection

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      On average, the effects of the medication can last for 5 hours.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The onset of the effects is immediate.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine is not safe for pregnant women. Doctor consultation is suggested.

    • Is it habit forming?

      There are no habit forming tendencies reported with this medicine.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine is not safe for breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before using it.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      This medicine is not safe with alcohol. If you experience certain symptoms such as stomach bleeding or ulcers, then you must speak to your doctor immediately.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Yes, you can drive after taking this injection.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Patients who have impaired kidney function should not take this injection as it can lead to more kidney problems.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Patients who have impaired liver function should not take this medication as it can lead to more liver problems, including liver failure.

    What are the substitutes for Sumo 75 MG Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Sumo 75 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose, you should take one as soon as you remember that you’ve missed the dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      If you have overdosed on the medication, you must consult your doctor immediately. Certain signs of overdose include confusion, chest pains, blurred vision and rash.

    How does this medication work?

    Sumo 75 MG Injection improves the patient's condition by blocking the production of prostaglandins thereby relieving pain and inflammation. It is is used for Acute pain, Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Dysmenorrhea, etc.

      What are the interactions of Sumo 75 MG Injection ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        Do not use Sumo 75 MG Injection in combination with Ketoconazole, Methotrexate, Warfarin, Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid.
      • Interaction with Food

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        There are no interactions with any food.

      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients suffering from liver disease should use this medication with caution. It is suggested to use some other safer alternative of Sumo 75 MG Injection.

      FAQs about Sumo 75 MG Injection

      • Ques : What is nimesulide?

        Ans : Nimesulide is a salt which belongs to a group of drugs known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release of specific chemical in the brain that are responsible for pain, fever, and swelling (redness). Nimesulide is used to treat conditions such as Acute Pain, Osteoarthritic Pain, and Primary Dysmenorrhea.

      • Ques : What are the uses of nimesulide?

        Ans : Nimesulide is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Acute Pain, Osteoarthritic Pain, and Primary Dysmenorrhea. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Nimesulide to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of nimesulide?

        Ans : Nimesulide is a salt which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of .... which are as follows: Acid or sour stomach, Stomach discomfort and cramps, Dizziness, Skin rash, Nausea and vomiting, Elevated liver enzymes, Blood clotting disorders, and Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Nimesulide.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal nimesulide?

        Ans : Store Nimesulide in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Sumo 75 MG Injection before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : Sumo 75 MG Injection is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients. There are numerous elements to consider such as, salt interactions, precautions to be taken care of, time is taken by the salt to performs its action, etc. we beg you to visit your doctor to realize to what extent before you can see improvements in your health while at the same time taking Sumo 75 MG Injection.

      • Ques : What are the contraindications to Sumo 75 MG Injection?

        Ans : Contraindication to Sumo 75 MG Injection. In addition, Sumo 75 MG Injection should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Allergic to Nimesulide, Stomach and Intestinal Disorders, Alcoholism and Drug Addiction, etc.

      • Ques : Is Sumo 75 MG Injection safe to use when pregnant?

        Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk but there is no data available regarding the effect of Sumo 75 MG Injection during pregnancy.

      • Ques : Will Sumo 75 MG Injection be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Sumo 75 MG Injection can lead to increased chances of side effects such as abnormal functioning of the kidneys, abnormalities of the heart, liver damage, ruptured bowel, stomach, and intestinal bleeding, etc. If you are observing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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