Sumo L IV Infusion helps in relieving moderate pain and reducing fever. It effectively alleviates pain and reduces fever for the short-term in cases following surgery or in cases where oral administration is not possible.

Sumo L IV Infusion is administered by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. Depending on the severity of your underlying illness, your doctor will decide the precise dose and schedule as per which this injection is to be given. It starts working within one hour. Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol to avoid an overdose. You should let your doctor know if your pain or fever does not subside.

Vomiting, difficulty sleeping, and constipation may be seen as side effects in some patients. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve with time and persist for a longer duration of time. Inform your doctor immediately if any rash or allergic reaction is observed while taking this medicine.

Pregnant and nursing women should use it under medical supervision only. It should be used with caution in patients with liver and kidney disease or alcohol abuse. It is not recommended in patients with severe or active liver disease.

Uses of Sumo L Infusion

Benefits of Sumo L Infusion

In Pain relief

Sumo L IV Infusion is a common painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. It is also the first choice of painkiller during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

In Treatment of Fever

Sumo L IV Infusion is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.

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Side effects of Sumo L Infusion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sumo L

Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Constipation
Itching
Anxiety
Stomach pain
Nausea
Vomiting

How to use Sumo L Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Sumo L Infusion works

Sumo L IV Infusion is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sumo L IV Infusion.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sumo L IV Infusion is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sumo L IV Infusion is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Sumo L IV Infusion does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Sumo L IV Infusion should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sumo L IV Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Sumo L IV Infusion contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Sumo L IV Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sumo L IV Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Sumo L IV Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Sumo L Infusion?

If you miss a dose of Sumo L IV Infusion, consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Sumo L IV Infusion helps in relieving moderate pain and fever for the short-term, especially following surgery.
Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medications containing paracetamol.
Inform your doctor if you suffer from liver disease, severe kidney disease, or alcohol abuse.
Inform your doctor if you experience symptoms such as feeling or being sick, weight loss, pale skin (pallor), or abdominal pain within the first 24 hours as it indicates an overdose.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

P-Aminophenol Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Analgesic & Antipyretic-PCM

Interaction with drugs

Taking Sumo L with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Nimesulide

Brand(s): Nimsun, Neil, Esulide

Life-threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Brand(s): Oxy Triactin, Sioril

Life-threatening

Metamizole

Brand(s): Pyregin, Alpagin, Novalgin RC

Life-threatening

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Patient concerns

I have caught the chill after exposure to very cold weather. Severing and fever with mild headaches. I am breastfeeding my 5 month baby. Which medicines should i take?

Dr. Rajesh Garg

Internal Medicine

Tab sumo bd 3 days

Having high fever and cough and cold

Dr. Rajesh Garg

Internal Medicine

Tab sumo cold two time daily for 3day

My child is having mild fever since yesterday night, no cough, no cold. I have given Sumo L plus. should I start antibiotics?

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Dr need a final diagnosis or provisional diagnosis to suggest you investigations or medicine or give opinion. In present situation provisional diagnosis cannot be done without taking in to consideration details of history and findings of clinical examination of patient. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.It's important to remember that antibiotics only fight bacteria -- they do not fight infections caused by viruses.

User feedback

Patients taking Sumo L IV Infusion

Once A Day

58%

Thrice A Day

25%

Once A Week

Twice A Month

What are you using Sumo L Infusion for?

Fever

63%

Pain relief

32%

Others

How much was the improvement?

Average

53%

Excellent

47%

What were the side-effects while using Sumo L IV Infusion?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Sumo L Infusion?

With food

50%

With or witho*

50%

*With or without food

Please rate Sumo L IV Infusion on price

Expensive

58%

Not Expensive

25%

Average

17%

FAQs

Q. How is Sumo L IV Infusion administered?

Sumo L IV Infusion should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only. It should not be self-administered. The dose of the medicine will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Sumo L IV Infusion.

Q. What if I vomit after taking Sumo L IV Infusion?

If you vomit in less than 30 minutes after having a dose of Sumo L IV Infusion tablets or syrup, retake the same dose again. If you vomit after 30 minutes of a dose, you do not need to take another one until the next standard dose.

Q. What are the serious side effects of taking an excess of the Sumo L IV Infusion?

Overdose of Sumo L IV Infusione may cause severe life-threatening liver injury. Taking more than the prescribed dose may also cause kidney injury, decreased platelet count, and even coma. Early symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, and general tiredness. Immediately consult a doctor or reach an emergency in case of a suspected overdose.

Q. When will I feel better after taking the Sumo L IV Infusion?

Usually, you will start feeling better after about half an hour of taking a Sumo L IV Infusion.

Q. Is Sumo L IV Infusion an antibiotic?

No, Sumo L IV Infusion is not an antibiotic. It works as a painkiller and fever-reducing medicine.

Q. Is Sumo L IV Infusion safe for children?

Sumo L IV Infusion is considered safe for children only when used as directed by the doctor.

Q. Can I take Sumo L IV Infusion and ibuprofen together?

Ibuprofen and Sumo L IV Infusion are safe medicines, but both should not be used together. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. Does Sumo L IV Infusion make babies sleepy?

No, Sumo L IV Infusion does not make babies sleepy. It is a pain-relieving medicine that is also used to control high fever.

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Manufacturer

Name: Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Address: Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.

Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: August, 2024

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