Morphine is used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Morphine belongs to a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It works on the brain to change how the body feels and responds to pain.
Indications
Morphine is used for
Morphine is used to relieve moderate to severe pain . And Morphine belongs to a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It works on the brain to change the body’s sensations and responses to pain.
How to use morphine
Take this medication exactly as directed by your doctor. You may take it with or without food. If you feel nauseous , your symptoms may be better if you take this medication with food. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to decrease nausea, such as lying down for 1 to 2 hours with as little head movement as possible.
If you are taking this medication in liquid form, read the Dosage Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start taking morphine in liquid form. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. Measure the dose carefully using a measuring device or spoon . Do not use a home-made spoon because you may get the wrong dose. สมัคร UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีสำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure how to measure a dose.
The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose, use it more often, or use it for a longer time than recommended by your doctor. Stop using this medication if instructed to do so. Pain medications work best when used at the first sign of symptoms. If you wait until symptoms get worse, this medication may not work as well.
If you have ongoing pain, such as due to cancer , your doctor may recommend that you take a long -acting narcotic medication. In that case, it may be used to treat acute pain as needed . Your doctor may prescribe a nonnarcotic pain reliever, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen , along with this medication . Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about using morphine safely with other medications.
This medication may cause withdrawal symptoms, especially when used regularly for a long time or in large doses. In those cases, withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, watery eyes, runny nose, nausea, sweating , and muscle aches may occur if you suddenly stop using this medication. To avoid withdrawal symptoms, your doctor may direct you to gradually decrease your dose. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and report any withdrawal symptoms right away.
When used for long periods of time, this medication may not work as well. Consult your doctor if this medication does not work as well.
When taken together with the benefits of the medication, this medication is unlikely to cause abnormal drug use behavior (addiction). The risk may be increased if you have ever abused alcohol or narcotics. Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor to lower the risk of addiction. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
How to store morphine
Morphine should be stored at room temperature away from light and moisture to prevent damage to the drug. You should not store morphine in the bathroom or freezer. Different brands of morphine may have different storage needs. It is important to check the product label for storage instructions or ask your pharmacist. As with all medications, keep them out of the reach of children and pets.
You should not flush morphine down the toilet or pour it into a drain unless you are instructed to do so. It is important to discard this medication when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Cautions and warnings
Things to know before using morphine
Before using morphine
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to morphine, any other medications, or any of the inactive ingredients in the tablet, capsule, or liquid form of morphine you plan to take. Ask your pharmacist for a list of the inactive ingredients.
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all over-the-counter and prescription drugs, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take, and be sure to mention them.
- Antihistamines , found in fever reducers and antihistamines, include buprenorphine ( Butrans ) .
- Suboxone
- Butorphanol
- Stadol
- Diuretics , nalbuphine
- Nubain
- Pentazocine
- Talwin
- Talacen
- Quinidine
- Nuedexta
- Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, or if you have stopped taking them within 2 weeks: monoamine oxidase inhibitors ( including isocarboxazid or Marplan ) , phenelzine or Nardil, selegiline or Eldepryl, Emsam and Zelapar, and tranylcypromine or Parnate. Your doctor may need to adjust your dose or monitor you closely for side effects.
- Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had any medical conditions or gastrointestinal obstruction (the passage of digested food through your intestines). Your doctor may not recommend that you take morphine.
- Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had a blockage in your stomach or intestines , seizures, trouble swallowing, an enlarged prostate (male reproductive gland), problems urinating, low blood pressure, Addison’s disease, or a condition in which your adrenaline glands do not make enough of certain substances, including liver, kidney, pancreas , thyroid , or bladder diseases .
- Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
- If you are scheduled for surgery, including dental work, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking morphine.
- You should know that this medicine may make you drowsy. Do not drive or use machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
- You should know that morphine can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting if you get up too quickly while changing positions from a lying position. To avoid this problem, get out of bed slowly, resting your feet on the floor for a few minutes before standing up.
You should know that morphine may cause constipation. Talk to your doctor about changing your diet or taking other medications to prevent or treat constipation while you are taking morphine.
Safety during pregnancy or breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women to determine the risks while using this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using morphine.
Side effects
Side effects of using morphine
Seek medical attention if you have any signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Go to the hospital immediately if you have serious side effects, such as:
- Shortness of breath, slow heart rate
- Muscle fatigue , epilepsy
- Cracked skin
- Confused, having unusual thoughts or behaviors
- Severe fatigue, feeling like I’m going to pass out
- Having trouble swallowing
- Urinating less than normal or not urinating at all
- Pale skin, feeling dizzy or short of breath, rapid heart rate, trouble concentrating.
- Easy bruising, unusual bleeding (nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum), purple or red patches under the skin
Less serious side effects may include:
- Weight loss
- Constipation , diarrhea
- Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite
- Red face (fever, redness, or tingling sensation)
- Headache , dizziness, or vertigo
- Having trouble remembering
- Having trouble sleeping (insomnia), having strange dreams
Not everyone will experience these side effects, and there may be other side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.