Morphine Sulfate

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Section 8 - MEDICATION GUIDELINES

ANALGESICS

Morphine Sulfate / Analgesic

DESCRIPTION

  • It is a potent analgesic that also causes some vasodilatation. It reduces myocardial oxygen demand.

INDICATIONS

CONTRAINDICATIONS

  • Significant hypotension, COPD, or hypersensitivity to the medication.

PRECAUTIONS

  • It may cause respiratory depression. Naloxone should be readily available to counteract

the effects of Morphine Sulfate. DOSAGE

  • Refer to appropriate PRACTICE PARAMETER for specific dosages.
  • Pediatrics: 0.1 mg/kg, refer to Handtevy System for specific dosages