Voltra (25Mg) 5 Suppositories

Overview

Voltra 25mg Suppositories are a rectal medicine containing diclofenac sodium, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for short-term, doctor-directed relief of pain and inflammation. This pack is listed as containing 5 suppositories. A suppository dosage form may be selected when swallowing tablets is difficult, when nausea or vomiting makes oral dosing unsuitable, or when a clinician prefers rectal administration for a specific patient.

Diclofenac belongs to the NSAID group. It helps reduce inflammatory pain but it is not suitable for everyone. People with stomach ulcer disease, previous gastrointestinal bleeding, aspirin or NSAID allergy, certain heart conditions, kidney disease, liver disease, pregnancy, or use of blood-thinning medicines should seek medical advice before use.

Benefits

• Helps reduce pain and inflammation when prescribed
• Alternative route when oral medicine is unsuitable
• May help with inflammatory musculoskeletal pain as directed
• Useful for short-term symptom control under clinical supervision

Key Features

• Diclofenac sodium 25mg suppository
• Rectal dosage form
• NSAID analgesic and anti-inflammatory medicine
• Pack listed as 5 suppositories
• For use only on medical advice

Dosage and How to Use

• How to use: Remove the suppository from its wrapping and insert gently into the rectum, preferably after a bowel movement. Wash hands before and after use. Follow the prescriber’s directions.
• Administration: Rectal administration only. Do not swallow.
• Recommended dose: Use the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not exceed the prescribed dose or combine with other NSAIDs unless instructed.
• Adult dose: As prescribed by a healthcare professional.
• Pediatric use: Use in children only if prescribed; dosing depends on age, body weight, and clinical condition.
• Elderly use: Older adults may be at higher risk of stomach bleeding, kidney effects, fluid retention, and heart-related adverse effects; use only under medical supervision.
• When to take: Use at the time or interval advised by the prescriber.
• With food: Not applicable to rectal administration; follow the prescriber’s instructions.
• Maximum daily dose: Do not exceed the maximum daily dose prescribed by your healthcare professional.
• Missed dose: If a dose is missed, follow your doctor’s instructions. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed dose.
• Overdose: Seek urgent medical help if too much is used or if severe stomach pain, vomiting blood, black stools, fainting, breathing difficulty, severe drowsiness, or reduced urination occurs.

Specifications

Side Effects

Common side effects

• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Abdominal discomfort
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Gas
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Rectal irritation
• Mild rash

Serious side effects (seek medical help)

• Black or bloody stools
• Vomiting blood
• Severe abdominal pain
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Sudden weakness or speech difficulty
• Severe skin reaction
• Facial or throat swelling
• Yellowing of skin or eyes
• Reduced urination

Allergic reaction

Stop use and seek urgent help if rash, itching, swelling of the face or throat, wheezing, severe dizziness, or breathing difficulty occurs.

Safety and Precautions

• NSAIDs may increase the risk of stomach bleeding, ulceration, kidney problems, fluid retention, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular events, especially with prolonged use or higher doses.
• Tell your doctor about asthma, stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, liver disease, pregnancy, breastfeeding, dehydration, or all current medicines before use.

When not to use

Do not use in patients with known allergy to diclofenac, aspirin, or other NSAIDs; active or recurrent stomach ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding; severe heart, kidney, or liver disease; or late pregnancy unless specifically directed by a doctor.

Special populations

• Pregnancy: Use during pregnancy only if prescribed. Diclofenac is generally avoided in late pregnancy due to fetal and delivery-related risks.
• Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor before use while breastfeeding.
• Fertility: NSAIDs may affect female fertility temporarily; discuss with a doctor if trying to conceive or undergoing fertility assessment.
• Liver: Use with caution in liver disease. Seek medical advice if jaundice, dark urine, persistent nausea, or unusual fatigue occurs.
• Kidney: NSAIDs can worsen kidney function, especially in dehydration, older age, kidney disease, or with certain blood pressure medicines. Use only under medical advice.
• Heart: Diclofenac may increase blood pressure, fluid retention, and cardiovascular risk in susceptible patients. Use cautiously in heart disease or stroke risk.
• Driving: Avoid driving or operating machinery if dizziness, drowsiness, visual disturbance, or reduced alertness occurs.
• Alcohol: Avoid or limit alcohol because it may increase the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding with NSAIDs.

Interactions

Drugs:

• Other NSAIDs or aspirin
• Blood thinners such as warfarin
• Antiplatelet medicines
• Corticosteroids
• SSRIs
• ACE inhibitors or ARBs
• Diuretics
• Lithium
• Methotrexate
• Ciclosporin or tacrolimus
• Digoxin

Food:

• No specific food interaction applies to rectal administration, but alcohol should be avoided or limited due to increased stomach bleeding risk.

Conditions:

• Peptic ulcer disease
• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Asthma sensitive to NSAIDs
• Heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Bleeding disorders
• Inflammatory bowel disease

Storage and Disposal

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat, sunlight, and moisture. Keep the suppositories in their original packaging until use.
• Store at room temperature unless the product label states otherwise; protect from heat because suppositories may soften.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.
• Do not use expired or damaged medicine. Dispose of unused suppositories through a pharmacy or safe local disposal method where available.

Disclaimer

This information is for product cataloging and general educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Use only as prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional and read the label and patient leaflet before use.