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Sumo Cold Tablet

Manufacturer :  Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Caffeine, Cetirizine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Sumo Cold Tablet

Sumo Cold Tablet is primarily used to treat common cold symptoms. It is composed of caffeine, cetirizine, paracetamol/acetaminophen & phenylephrine. It works in treating allergies such as runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.

Sumo Cold Tab also helps in curing pain and fever. Sumo Cold Tablet narrows the small blood vessels and provides temporary relief from stuffiness in the nose.

You are advised to consume the dosage of sumo cold tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You don’t need to chew, crush or break Sumo Cold Tablet, just swallow it as a whole.

Sumo Cold medicine is not meal-dependent but if your stomach is upset, prefer taking it with the meal. Sumo Cold Tablet is a stimulant that affects the central nervous system and is one of the most common psychoactive drugs.

Adenosine receptors get deactivated when this medication is consumed and leads to an increase in energy. Sumo Cold Tablet also selectively inhibits the peripheral H1 receptors thereby reducing the histamine levels in the body.

Sumo Cold Tablet specifically acts on allergies caused in the stomach and intestine, blood vessels and airways leading to the lung. Sumo Cold Tablet contains paracetamol which selectively inhibits enzyme function in the brain and helps in the treatment of pain and fever.

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    What are the uses of Sumo Cold Tablet

    • Common Cold Symptoms

    What are the contraindications of Sumo Cold Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Sumo Cold Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Sumo Cold Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Taking the medication with alcohol can cause liver damage.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Sumo Cold Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Sumo Cold Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Sumo Cold Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Sumo Cold Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sumo Cold Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
      Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      It is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sumo Cold Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      Sumo Cold Tablet will remain active for about 4 Hours after its administration.

    • What is the onset of action?

      Sumo Cold Tablet will initiate its action within 60 minutes after its administration.

    What are the substitutes for Sumo Cold Tablet ?

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

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this drug, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If its almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    Sumo Cold Tablet is a stimulant that affects the central nervous system and is one of the most common psychoactive drugs. Adenosine receptors gets deactivated when the drug is consumed and leads to an increase in energy. It also selectively inhibits the peripheral H1 receptors thereby reducing the histamine levels in the body. It specifically acts on allergies caused in the stomach and intestine, blood vessels and airways leading to the lung. It contains paracetamol, which selectively inhibits enzyme function in the brain which allows it to treat pain and fever. It activates certain receptors in the brain that inhibit pain signals. The phenylephrine contained in it, act as an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor agonist belonging to the penethylamine class, which acts as a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the swelling of blood vessels in the ear and nose, thereby providing great relief from discomfort. Altogether they alleviate the symptoms of common cold.

      FAQs about Sumo Cold Tablet

      • Ques : What is Sumo Cold Tablet?

        Ans : Sumo Cold Tablet is an antihistamine medicine which is a mixture of four medications such as Phenylephrine, Cetirizine, Paracetamol and Caffeine. Cetirizine is an antiallergic that provides relief from allergy symptoms like common cold, joint pain, nasal decongestant and running nose. Paracetamol is an analgesic and antipyretic. Caffeine is a stimulant that helps in increasing the effectiveness of paracetamol and decreases sleepiness due to cetirizine. It is a prescribed medication that should only be consumed if prescribed by your doctor.

      • Ques : What is the use Sumo Cold Tablet?

        Ans : Sumo Cold Tab is used to treat, control and prevent the conditions such as cold, fever, joint pain, headache, ear pain, chill, menstrual pain, catarrh, chill, allergy, flu, itching of throat and skin, arthralgia, hypotensive conditions, urticaria, intraocular and eye mydriasis.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Sumo Cold Tablet?

        Ans : Sumo Cold Tablet has some known side effects which may or may not occur always. Some of the side effects are rare & serious. If you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, take medical help immediately. The side effects include nausea, dry mouth, fatigue, insomnia, dizziness, liver damage, loss of appetite, etc.

      • Ques : Is Sumo Cold Tablet banned?

        Ans : Yes, Sumo Cold Tablet is banned in India because Indian govt outlawed domestic medication such as D-cold total, Kofnil, Paediatric syrup, and etc.

      • Ques : Can the use of Sumo Cold Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

        Ans : Yes, using Sumo Cold can cause sleepiness or drowsiness. It also causes skin redness, allergic reactions, weakness and nausea.

      • Ques : Are there any special instructions regarding storage and disposal of Sumo Cold Tablet?

        Ans : Sumo Cold should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children & pets. You must dispose of unused medications & expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

      • Ques : Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Sumo Cold Tablet?

        Ans : No, there are no serious side effects. Some of the common side effects include allergic reactions, dizziness, sleepiness, fatigue, mouth dryness, and vomiting.

      References

      • Acetaminophen- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/paracetamol

      • Caffeine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/caffeine

      • Cetirizine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/cetirizine

      • Phenylephrine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/phenylephrine

      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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