Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Sumo tablet vs Combiflam, are they the same?
A: No, Sumo tablet and Combiflam tablet are two different painkiller medicines. Sumo table is a combination medicine containing paracetamol and nimesulide. Whereas Combiflam contains ibuprofen and paracetamol (acetaminophen). Combiflam is commonly used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and alleviate inflammation.
Q: Can I take Sumo tablet for six months?
A: No, prolonged use of Sumo tablet may harm your health. This medicine is meant to be used for the short-term management of pain. Use for a prolonged period may result in stomach and intestine ulcers and an increased risk of heart disease.
Q: Can I give Sumo tablet to my child?
A: No, you should not give Sumo tablet to your child. Sumo tablet is not meant for children below 12 years of age.
Q: What is Sumo tablet used for?
A: Sumo tablet is used for short-term management of pain and fever.
Q: Sumo tablet vs Dolo 650, what is the difference?
A: Sumo Tablet is a combination medicine containing paracetamol and nimesulide and Dolo 650 contains paracetamol. Both of these medications are pain-relieving and fever-reducing medicines.
Q: Can I take Sumo tablet for a toothache?
A: Yes, a Sumo tablet can be taken to relieve toothache. However, it should only be used if prescribed by a doctor as a toothache can happen due to many reasons such as tooth decay, infection or following a dental procedure.
Q: Is Sumo tablet good for a cold?
A: Sumo is a pain-relieving medicine. It contains a combination of paracetamol and nimesulide. It is used for relieving different types of pain and it also reduces fever. Cold is usually caused due to seasonal viral infection and it usually affects your nose and throat. People with colds are more likely to have runny or stuffy noses. Sumo tablet does not help relieve symptoms of a cold.
Q: Can Sumo tablet cause acidity?
A: Sumo tablet usually does not cause acidity, you may experience nausea and vomiting. But these side effects do not affect everyone taking this medicine.
Q: Is Sumo Tablet a painkiller?
A: Yes, Sumo tablet is a painkiller medicine. It helps relieve pain and also reduces fever. It is used to relieve muscle pain and backache. Pain due to arthritis, toothache, throat pain, etc.
Q: How many Sumo tablet can I take in a day?
A: The dose and frequency of taking this medicine will be decided by your doctor. You should take it as prescribed by your doctor. Do not consume more or less of this medicine.
Q: What are the side effects of Sumo tablet?
A: Nausea, vomiting, loose stools, ulcers and skin rashes are the common side effects of Sumo tablet. However, it is not necessary that everyone experience the same.
Q: Can we take Sumo in periods?
A: Sumo helps relieve different types of pain such as headache, toothache, ear pain etc. You should consult a doctor before taking it for period pain.
Q: Does Sumo tablet cause sleep?
A: Drowsiness or dizziness might occur in some individuals. However, it does not induce sleep or impact the sleep cycle.
Q: Can Sumo tablet be used in haemorrhoid treatment?
A: No, Sumo tablet should not be used to treat haemorrhoids or piles. Piles is a condition caused due to swollen blood vessels in and around the anus. It is characterised by pain, swelling and bleeding. Though Sumo tablet is a painkiller, it may increase the risk of other side effects and thus should not be used on your own. Consult your doctor for advice and the right medicine for the treatment.
Q: Is Sumo a steroid?
A: No, Sumo tablet is not a steroid medicine. It is a pain-relieving medicine that contains nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAID), nimesulide and paracetamol as active substances.
Q: Can Sumo be used for throat infections?
A: No, Sumo tablet cannot be used for the treatment of throat infections. Throat infections may have an underlying cause such as a cold or flu. Your doctor will recommend the best suitable medicine for you based on your signs and symptoms.
Q: How to take Sumo tablet?
A: Sumo tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
Q: Is Sumo tablet paracetamol?
A: Paracetamol is one of the constituents of Sumo tablet. This medicine contains a combination of paracetamol and nimesulide as active substances.
Q: Can Sumo tablet be used for headaches?
A: Yes, Sumo tablet can be used for the treatment of headaches. However, you should only use this medicine if it is recommended by your doctor. Do not use this medicine on your own.
Q: Can Sumo tablet be stopped when pain is relieved?
A: Yes, Sumo tablets be stopped when pain is relieved.
Q: Can Sumo tablet be taken with Vitamin B-complex?
A: Yes, Sumo tablet can be taken with Vitamin B-complex.
Q: Can we take sumo Tablet twice a day?
A: Your doctor will determine the recommended daily dose of Sumo Tablet. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.