Pregnancy Interaction

• (Not directly relevant to kids, but useful for caregivers)
• Contains phenylephrine and chlorpheniramine, which are not safe to take during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester.
• When prescribed, paracetamol is usually safe.
• Pregnant women should only use it if their doctor tells them to.
• Don't take this while breastfeeding unless your doctor says it's okay, as chlorpheniramine might make babies sleepy.

Faq For Medicine

Q1. What do people use Sumo Cold Drops for?
For babies and kids with a cold, cough, fever, stuffy nose, watery eyes, and allergy symptoms.

Q2. Is it safe for babies?
Only safe at the dose given by the doctor. Never take your own dose.

Q3. Do Sumo Cold Drops make kids sleepy?
Yes, Chlorpheniramine can make you a little sleepy.

Q4. Is it possible to give it on an empty stomach?
Yes, but giving after eating makes the stomach feel better.

Q5. How many times a day may it be given?
It depends on the child's weight, but usually 2–3 times a day. Always provide the exact dose that the doctor says to.

Q6. Does it get rid of a cold?
It helps with the symptoms, although the cold could last for 3 to 5 days.

Q7. Can I take it with other medications for fever?
Do NOT use with other medicines that include paracetamol.

Expert Advice

• Use a dropper or a pediatric measuring equipment to always measure the dose.
• Make sure the child drinks enough water.
• Don't give with other cough or cold syrups that have antihistamines in them.
• Before giving the youngster the medicine, weigh them.
• Do not take more than the suggested dose because too much paracetamol can hurt your liver.
• If you have trouble breathing or a high temperature that doesn't go away, get medical help right away.
• Keep away from kids and store in a cold, dry place.

Side Effects

• Most of the time:
• Feeling sleepy or drowsy
• Mouth that is dry
• Slightly upset stomach
• Being irritable
• Not as common:
• Fast heartbeat (because of phenylephrine)
• Having trouble urinating
• Rash from allergies
• Not common but serious:
• Trouble breathing
• Very bad allergic reaction
• Toxicity in the liver (too much paracetamol)
• If you have severe symptoms, get medical attention.

 How It Works

• There are three ways that Sumo Cold Drops work:
• a) Paracetamol
• Brings down fever
• Helps with bodily ache and sore throat pain
• c) Phenylephrine
• It works as a nasal decongestant.
• Reduces swelling in nasal blood vessels, which makes it easier to breathe.
• c) Chlorpheniramine
• Not allergic
• Lessens sneezing, watery eyes, and a runny nose
• Helps bring on mild tranquility or sleepiness
• They work together to ease the symptoms of colds, allergies, and fevers.

Medicine Interaction

• Don't mix with:
• Other paracetamol drugs (may be harmful to the liver)
• Other medicines for colds and coughs
• Antihistamines (increased sedation)
• Antidepressants (MAO inhibitors) — risk of serious side effects
• Medications for high blood pressure
• For adults, alcohol
• Always tell the doctor about any medicines you are taking.

 How to Use

• Give the bottle a good shake.
• Use a dropper to measure the dose according to the doctor's instructions based on the child's weight.
• You can give it by mouth, and if you need to, you can combine it with a little water.
• Can be administered with or without food.
• Don't do it more often than recommended (typically every 6 to 8 hours).
• If you miss a dose, don't duplicate it. Just give the following dose on time.
• After using, make sure the bottle is tightly closed.

 Uses / Indications

• Cold
• Fever that goes along with a cold
• Blocked nose
• Nose that runs
• Sneezing
• Eyes that are watery
• Throat hurts
• Allergies that happen at certain times of the year
• Viral infections of the upper respiratory tract in kids