IV Morphine Dose for Pain
Morphine has become the benchmark by which all pain-killing medications are measured. This designation exists for a good reason. For one, morphine was the earliest discovery of the drugs known today as opioids. Ever since its detection in the 19th century, it has all but revolutionized pain-relief measures in the field of medicine.
Morphine itself is naturally occurring. The medicine is found within opium poppies, a plant used for its medicinal properties for thousands of years prior to morphine being directly extracted from it.
Medical and recreational morphine use can lead to more than diminished pain and euphoric highs. Like all opioids and opiates, morphine is highly addictive with extended use over time. Opioid dependence is among the most destructive of any in the world of drugs; Each use opens up the doorway for a future substance use disorder to develop down the line. It is no wonder why morphine and similar drugs are responsible for one of the costliest and deadliest epidemics facing the United States.

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Speak to an Intake Coordinator now.352.771.2700When taken as directed, side effects may be infrequent or nonexistent. The same cannot necessarily be said of misuse or overuse. If side effects do arise, they may take the form of the following:
- Relaxation to the point of lethargy
- Uncoordinated or confused behavior
- Constipation or painful bowel movements
- Nausea
Severe side effects are also possible. Some of the most hazardous of these include failed respiration, coma, hallucinations, seizures, and, very rarely, anemia.
Daily codeine dose x 0.15
Daily hydrocodone dose x 1
Daily oxycodone dose x 1.5
Daily fentanyl dose x 2.4 (based on mcg/hour)
If a patient is using multiple opioids, then a calculation must be made for each and then added together to create the total morphine equivalent dosage. Always consult with a medical professional to lay out a proper schedule of IV morphine usage.
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