Morphine Information

Morphine is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pain. The alternative uses of Morphine have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Morphine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Morphine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Morphine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Morphine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Morphine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Morphine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Morphine in conditions like Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Morphine contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Morphine with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Morphine is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Morphine Benefits & Uses
Morphine Dosage & How to Take
Morphine Side Effects
Morphine Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Morphine with Other Drugs
Morphine Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Morphine
Morphine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Morphine Benefits & Uses

Morphine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pain

Other Benefits

Tetralogy of Fallot

Morphine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 5 to 20 mg every 4 hours as needed, SC dose are also same
Geriatric	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose range: 5 to 20 mg every 4 hours as needed, SC dose are also same
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Tetralogy of Fallot Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given at the rate of 0.005-0.03 mg/kg/hr
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tetralogy of Fallot Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take as needed, dose of SC are also same
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tetralogy of Fallot Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take as needed, Dose of SC are also same
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: administered slowly over 4 to 5 minutes, Dose range: 2.5 to 10 mg

Morphine Related Warnings

Is the use of Morphine safe for pregnant women?

Morphine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Morphine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Morphine safe during breastfeeding?

Morphine may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Morphine, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Morphine.

Moderate
What is the effect of Morphine on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Morphine on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Morphine on the Liver?

Morphine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Morphine on the Heart?

Morphine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Morphine with Other Drugs

Morphine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Codeine

Pentazocine

Warfarin

Moderate

Cimetidine

Morphine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Morphine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Morphine

Is this Morphine habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Morphine. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Morphine you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Morphine should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Morphine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Morphine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Morphine

Taking Morphine with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Morphine

Taking Morphine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe