MORPHINE

Overview

MORPHINE is a Schedule H drug.
Morphine is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Morphine is used to treat moderate to severe pain. Short-acting formulations are taken as needed for pain. The extended-release form of morphine is for around-the-clock treatment of pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral, ,

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, liver or kidney disease, thyroid, stomach problems, enlarged prostate, trouble in urinating, Addison disease, hypoxia (not enough oxygen in your body), scoliosis (curvature of the spine), seizures, alcoholism, suicidal thoughts, mental problems, head injury, asthma or other respiratory disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. It may cause constipation, to avoid this problem take proper diet with fiber, plenty of water and other fluids. Avoid long- term use of this medication; otherwise patient may get addicted to this drug. onitor liver, kidney, or lung function and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MORPHINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Drowsiness, Eyes Small (constricted) Pupils, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

MORPHINE : Abdomen Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Confusion, Cough, Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Constipation, Slow Heart Rate (pulse)

Serious Side-Effects

MORPHINE : Hallucinations, Abdomen Pain, Difficulty Urinating, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of Appetite, Fainting, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Drowsiness

Rare Side-Effects

MORPHINE : Skin Rash, Body Itching, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

MORPHINE can interfere with: Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Enterocolitis, Gastroenteritis, Premature Aging, Acute Renal Failure, Alcohol Poisoning, Hypotension, Shock, Asphyxia Neonatorum, Respiratory Failure, Adrenal Insufficiency, Gall Bladder Disease, Hypothyroidism, Panhypopituitarism, Seizure, Urinary Retention, Heart Arrhythmias

Technical Classification

MORPHINE is categorized as: NARCOTIC ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with MORPHINE as Ingredient

DURAMOR 10MG TABMORPHINE 10 MG
KOXMA TAG SYPMORPHINE
MORCON TABMORPHINE
MORCONTIN 10MG TABMORPHINE 10.0 MG
MORF TABMORPHINE 30 MG
MORPHITROY 10MG TABMORPHINE 10.0 MG
MORPHITROY INJMORPHINE 15 MG