Generic name: Morphine (oral)
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is MS Contin?
Morphine is an opioid medicine used to treat moderate to severe pain. morphine is taken as needed for pain. Short-acting
The of morphine is for around-the-clock treatment of pain. This form of morphine is for use on an as-needed basis for pain. extended-release formnot
Morphine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not take this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to morphine or other narcotic medicines, or if you have:
If you use opioid medicine while you are pregnant, your baby could become dependent on the drug. This can cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the baby after it is born. Babies born dependent on opioids may need medical treatment for several weeks.
Ask a doctor before using opioid medicine if you are breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you notice severe drowsiness or slow breathing in the nursing baby.
- severe asthma or breathing problems;
- a stomach or bowel obstruction (including paralytic ileus); or
- if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, or tranylcypromine.
- breathing problems, sleep apnea (breathing stops during sleep);
- a head injury, brain tumor, or seizures;
- a drug or alcohol addiction, or mental illness;
- urination problems;
- liver or kidney disease; or
- problems with your gallbladder, pancreas, or thyroid.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
How should I use MS Contin
Use MS Contin (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow the directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides. Tell your doctor if you feel an increased urge to take more of this medicine. Never use morphine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed.
Stop taking all other around-the-clock narcotic pain medications when you start taking morphine.
Measure with the supplied syringe or a dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). liquid medicine
You may have withdrawal symptoms if you stop using morphine suddenly. Ask your doctor before stopping the medicine.
Never crush a pill to inhale the powder or inject it into your vein. This could result in death.
Never share opioid medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug addiction. MISUSE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medicine where others cannot get to it. Selling or giving away this medicine is against the law.
Swallow the capsule or tablet whole to avoid exposure to a potentially fatal overdose. Do not crush, chew, break, open, or dissolve.
Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep track of your medicine. You should be aware if anyone is using it improperly or without a prescription.
Do not keep leftover opioid medication. Ask your pharmacist where to locate a drug take-back disposal program. If there is no take-back program, flush the unused medicine down the toilet. Just one dose can cause death in someone using this medicine accidentally or improperly.
Since morphine is used for pain, you are not likely to miss a dose. If you do miss a dose, take the medicine as soon as you remember. Then take your next dose as follows:
Do not take two doses at one time. Do not take more than your prescribed dose in a 24-hour period.
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MS Contin side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Opioid medicine can slow or stop your breathing, and death may occur. A person caring for you should seek emergency medical attention if you have slow breathing with long pauses, blue colored lips, or if you are hard to wake up.
Serious breathing problems may be more likely in older adults and people who are debilitated or have wasting syndrome or chronic breathing disorders.
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
- slow heart rate, sighing, weak or shallow breathing, breathing that stops;
- chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeats;
- extreme drowsiness, feeling like you might pass out;
- serotonin syndrome--agitation, hallucinations, fever, fast heart rate, muscle stiffness, twitching, loss of coordination, nausea, diarrhea; or
- low cortisol levels--nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, worsening tiredness or weakness.
- drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness;
- constipation, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting;
- sweating; or
- feelings of extreme happiness or sadness.
What other drugs will affect MS Contin?
Do not drink alcohol. Dangerous side effects or death could occur.
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Dizziness or drowsiness can cause falls, accidents, or severe injuries.