INTRODUCTION

SUMO COLD PCF DROPS is a combination of Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines, Analgesics and Nasal decongestants respectively. It is used to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever), common cold, other upper respiratory allergies, like headache, facial congestion and pressure, nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, minor aches and pains, itching of the nose, throat, or eyes, and watery eyes. It can also be used as an adjunct with antibiotics in sinusitis (inflammation of cavities around your nose), tonsillitis (inflammation of tonsils), and otitis media (inflammation inside the middle ear). Hay fever is a seasonal allergy that occurs in response to specific allergens like pollens, present at certain times of the year (spring or fall) and causes more short-term symptoms. SUMO COLD PCF DROPS is not recommended for use in children (aged less than 2 months). Consult your doctor for advice. Before taking SUMO COLD PCF DROPS, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, heart, thyroid, or lung problems, diabetes, or glaucoma. Consult your doctor for advice. SUMO COLD PCF DROPS should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women, so consult your doctor before taking it. The most common side effects of taking SUMO COLD PCF DROPS are vomiting, nausea, allergic reaction, sleepiness, and headache. Contact your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen.

USES OF SUMO COLD PCF DROPS

It is used:

• To relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis, common cold, or other upper respiratory allergies
• As an adjunct with antibiotics in sinusitis, tonsillitis and otitis media

HOW SUMO COLD PCF DROPS WORKS

SUMO COLD PCF DROPS relieves upper respiratory symptoms where Chlorpheniramine binds to the histamine H1 receptor and blocks its action, resulting in temporary relief of the negative symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, watery and itchy eyes) brought on by histamine. Paracetamol relieves pain by elevation of the pain threshold and reduces fever by acting on the on the heat-regulating centre in your brain. Phenylephrine constricts blood vessels and reduces the blood flow to certain areas, thus decreasing swelling and allowing nasal and respiratory passages to open up.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take SUMO COLD PCF DROPS as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF COLDOVER ORAL DROPS

COMMON

• Nausea or vomiting
• Drowsiness and sleepiness
• Headache

RARE

• Increased heart rate, palpitation
• Fear, anxiety, restlessness
• Tremor, weakness
• Painful urination
• Insomnia, Hallucinations, convulsions

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dizziness Or Drowsiness

Lie down until dizziness is gone, then get up slowly. Move slowly and carefully, do not hurry. Get adequate rest. Drink plenty of water and other fluids. Avoid coffee, cigarettes and alcohol.

Headache

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your child’s head. Advise your child to take rest in a quiet room. Massage child’s scalp or head with mild pressure for relieving effect. Consult child’s doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Nausea And Vomiting

Follow simple meal plan for your child while administering COLDOVER ORAL DROPS. Avoid giving foods that are oily, fried or spicy foods. Do not let your child to lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Consult child’s doctor if the symptom does not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

SUMO COLD PCF DROPS should be used in pregnant women only if considered clearly necessary by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking it.

BREASTFEEDING

COLDOVER ORAL DROPS is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women as it is used only in children. Consult your doctor for advice

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

USE WITH CAUTION
Do not drive or use any machines during treatment with SUMO COLD PCF DROPS. Consult your doctor for advice.

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol with SUMO COLD PCF DROPS. It should be used with caution in patients with alcohol dependence. Consult your doctor before taking SUMO COLD PCF DROPS.

KIDNEY

SUMO COLD PCF DROPS should be used with caution in patients having kidney dysfunction and urinary retention. Consult your doctor before taking it.

LIVER

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SUMO COLD PCF DROPS is not recommended for use in patients with liver insufficiency, failure or active liver disease. SUMO COLD PCF DROPS should be used with caution in patients with liver dysfunction. Consult your doctor before taking it.

ALLERGY

CONTRAINDICATED
Do not take SUMO COLD PCF DROPS if you are allergic to Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, or any other ingredients of this medicine.

HEART DISEASE

CONTRAINDICATED
SUMO COLD PCF DROPS is not recommended in patients with severely high blood pressure or any other cardiovascular problems. Consult your doctor before taking it.

USE IN PEDIATRICS

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SUMO COLD PCF DROPS is not recommended for use in children (aged less than 2 years). Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking it.

USE IN GERIATRICS

SUMO COLD PCF DROPS should be used with caution in elderly patients as they may be at a greater risk of getting side effects. Consult your doctor before taking it.

OTHERS

SUMO COLD PCF DROPS is not recommended for use if you have:
Diabetes
Overactive thyroid
A condition in which there is increased pressure inside your eye
Seizures
An enlarged prostate gland
Phaeochromocytoma (a tumor in adrenal gland)
A blood clot that obstructs a vein

Before taking SUMO COLD PCF DROPS, inform your doctor if you:
Have intestinal obstruction
Smoke or consume tobacco