Sumo
Sumo is a tablet that contains Nimesulide 100 mg + Paracetamol 325 mg. It combines Nimesulide: anti-inflammatory painkiller (nsaid) and Paracetamol: pain reliever and fever reducer.
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Nimesulide | 100 mg |
| Paracetamol | 325 mg |
Nimesulide
What it is used for
Short-term relief of pain, swelling and fever in adults.
How it works
A COX-2 preferring NSAID that eases pain, inflammation and fever. It is banned or restricted in many countries because of liver injury.
How to take it
Adults: 100 mg twice a day after food, for the shortest possible time and never longer than 15 days. Never give to children under 12.
Common side effects
- Heartburn
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
Get medical help straight away if
- Yellow skin or eyes
- Dark urine
- Pale stools
- Loss of appetite with tiredness (signs of liver injury)
- Severe rash
Be careful
Banned for children under 12 in India. Can harm the liver; use only for a few days.
Other medicines and interactions
Avoid alcohol, paracetamol overdoses and other medicines that strain the liver. Do not combine with other NSAIDs or blood thinners.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Not to be used in pregnancy (especially late pregnancy) or while breastfeeding.
Paracetamol
What it is used for
Brings down fever and eases mild to moderate pain such as headache, body ache and toothache.
How it works
It works in the brain to raise the pain threshold and acts on the body's temperature centre to bring a fever down. Unlike NSAIDs it has little effect on swelling and is gentle on the stomach.
How to take it
Usual adult dose is 500 mg to 1 g every 4 to 6 hours, no more than 4 g (for example eight 500 mg tablets) in 24 hours; lower if you weigh under 50 kg, drink alcohol regularly or have liver disease. Children's doses go by weight. It can be taken with or without food.
Common side effects
- Side effects are rare at normal doses
- Occasionally rash or nausea
Get medical help straight away if
- You took more than the maximum dose, even if you feel well (liver damage shows up only after 1 to 3 days)
- Yellow skin or eyes
- A rash with blistering
Be careful
Too much damages the liver. Many cold and pain medicines also contain it, so avoid taking two at once; avoid with heavy alcohol use.
Other medicines and interactions
Many cold, flu and combination painkillers already contain paracetamol, so check every label to avoid a double dose. Regular high use can strengthen the effect of warfarin. Heavy alcohol use raises the risk of liver damage.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Paracetamol is the usual first choice for pain and fever in pregnancy and while breastfeeding, at the lowest dose that works for the shortest time.
Common questions
What is Sumo?
Sumo is a tablet containing Nimesulide 100 mg + Paracetamol 325 mg.
What is Sumo used for?
Short-term relief of pain, swelling and fever in adults. Brings down fever and eases mild to moderate pain such as headache, body ache and toothache.
How should I take Sumo?
Adults: 100 mg twice a day after food, for the shortest possible time and never longer than 15 days. Never give to children under 12. Usual adult dose is 500 mg to 1 g every 4 to 6 hours, no more than 4 g (for example eight 500 mg tablets) in 24 hours; lower if you weigh under 50 kg, drink alcohol regularly or have liver disease. Children's doses go by weight. It can be taken with or without food. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Sumo?
Common side effects include: Heartburn, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea, Side effects are rare at normal doses, occasionally rash or nausea. Get medical help straight away for: Yellow skin or eyes, dark urine, pale stools, loss of appetite with tiredness (signs of liver injury), severe rash, You took more than the maximum dose, even if you feel well (liver damage shows up only after 1 to 3 days), yellow skin or eyes, a rash with blistering.
Does Sumo need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Sumo in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Not to be used in pregnancy (especially late pregnancy) or while breastfeeding. Paracetamol is the usual first choice for pain and fever in pregnancy and while breastfeeding, at the lowest dose that works for the shortest time.
What are the substitutes for Sumo?
We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.
Sources and further reading
- Nimesulide: NHS · MedlinePlus
- Paracetamol: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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