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Side effect(s) of Morphine


Review the side-effects of Morphine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   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.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Morphine

Morphine(Avinza) generic is a narcotic analgesic, prescribed for severe acute and chronic pain. It is also used as a sedative. It is dangerously addicting.


Trade Names for Morphine

India :


International :


Avinza, Kadian, MS Contin, Oramorph, Roxanol, Roxanol
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