Morphine Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Morphine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Morphine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Morphine Pronunciation : mor' feen ICD Code : Y45 Therapeutic Classification : AnalgesicsBrand Names or Trade Names of Morphine
India :
International :
Avinza, Kadian, MS Contin, Oramorph, Roxanol, Roxanol
Why is Morphine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a narcotic analgesic, prescribed for severe acute and chronic pain. It is also used as a sedative. It is dangerously addicting.When should Morphine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with respiratory depression, paralytic ileus, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Morphine?
Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 10 – 50mg.IM/SC – The recommended dose is 10 to 15mg.
IV- The recommended dose is 2 to 6mg.
Child: The recommended dose is 0.1 to 0.2mg/kg.
How should Morphine be taken?
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein, muscle or under the skin.
What are the warnings and precautions for Morphine?
• 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.
• Monitor liver, kidney, or lung function and complete blood cell counts regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Morphine?
Most Common - Constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, sedation, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, and emotion.Central Nervous System - Weakness, headache, agitation, tremor, uncoordinated muscle movements, seizures, mood changes, nervousness, apprehension, depression, floating feelings, abnormal visual disturbances and sleeplessness.
Gastrointestinal- Dry mouth, loss of appetite, diarrhea, cramps, taste alteration, constipation, intestinal obstruction, indigestion and increased level of liver enzymes.
Heart - Flushing of the face, chills, fast/slow heart rate, palpitations, faintness and low/high blood pressure.
Genitourinary - Urine retention or hesitance, absence of urination and impotence.
Skin - Itching, hives, rash, increased sweating.
Other - Tingling, asthma and double vision.
What are the other precautions for Morphine?
Avoid excess dosage.What are the storage conditions for Morphine?
Store it at room temperature (25°C), in an airtight container and protect from light.Schedule : X
Narcotic and Psychotropic drugs which cannot be sold without the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.
