Description

Morphine Sulphate 60mg

Blocks the transmission of nociceptive (pain) signals up the spinal pathway.

Inhibits the release of excitatory neurotransmitters involved in pain signaling.

Alters the emotional perception of and psychological response to chronic physical trauma.

Active Substance: Morphine Sulphate.

Dosage Strength: 60 mg per tablet (a high-tier dose strictly intended for opioid-tolerant patients).

Administration Form: Extended-release (ER) or controlled-release oral tablets. Tablets must be swallowed entirely whole; crushing or chewing destroys the time-release matrix and can release a fatal dose all at once.

Onset & Duration: Steady, controlled release providing continuous systemic analgesics over a 12-hour window.

Chemical Class: Phenanthrene alkaloid (natural opiate derivative).

Around-the-Clock Pain Relief: Indicated strictly for severe, unrelenting pain, such as advanced oncology (cancer) pain management, severe degenerative spinal diseases, or major surgical trauma where immediate-release alternatives are insufficient.

Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQS)

Q: What is Morphine Sulphate used for?

Morphine Sulphate is an opioid medication prescribed for the management of severe pain when alternative treatments are inadequate.

Q: Is Morphine Sulphate suitable for everyone?

No. High-potency opioid formulations are generally intended for opioid-tolerant patients. Taking potent opioids without a built-up tolerance can cause severe, life-threatening breathing problems.

Q: How should extended-release tablets of Morphine Sulphate 60mg be taken?

Tablets designed for extended release are typically swallowed whole. Altering the tablets, such as crushing, chewing, or dissolving them, can interfere with the time-release mechanism.

Q: What are the most common side effects of this medication?

Common side effects associated with opioid medications include constipation, nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, vomiting, dry mouth, and sweating.

Q: Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking Morphine Sulphate?

No. Combining alcohol with opioid medications can lead to dangerous interactions and significantly increases the risk of serious respiratory depression or coma.