Morphine Modified Release Tablet 30 mg

Description

Morphine Modified Release 30 mg is an oral tablet containing Morphine Sulfate in a formulation designed to release the medication slowly over an extended period. It is a potent opioid analgesic used for continuous pain relief. This strength is typically prescribed for severe chronic pain, especially when around-the-clock pain control is needed.

Advantages

Sustained Pain Relief: Provides continuous pain control, reducing the need for frequent dosing and helping maintain stable pain levels.
Reduced Dosing Frequency: Typically taken once or twice daily, which improves adherence and convenience.
Effective for Chronic Severe Pain: Ideal for conditions like cancer pain or other chronic debilitating pain syndromes.

Uses

Morphine Modified Release 30 mg is primarily used for:

Management of Severe Chronic Pain: For patients requiring continuous, around-the-clock opioid analgesia for an extended period, when other treatments are inadequate.

Nature

Morphine is a natural opioid alkaloid that acts as a full agonist primarily at mu (μ) opioid receptors in the central nervous system. The “modified release” nature means the tablet is formulated with a special coating or matrix that controls the rate at which morphine is released into the bloodstream, providing a prolonged therapeutic effect and sustained pain relief.

Storage

Room Temperature: Store between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F).
Protect from Light & Moisture: Keep in the original, tightly closed, light-resistant container.
Secure Storage (Controlled Substance): Store in a locked place, out of sight and reach of children, pets, and unauthorized individuals, due to high abuse potential.
Do Not Freeze.
Check Expiry Date: Dispose of expired medication properly according to controlled substance guidelines.

Patient Advice

Take Exactly as Prescribed: Do NOT chew, crush, break, or dissolve. Swallow whole. Taking it incorrectly can cause fatal overdose.
Do Not Share.
Avoid Alcohol & Other Sedatives: Greatly increases risk of serious breathing problems and drowsiness.
Drowsiness/Dizziness: Be careful with driving or machinery.
Constipation is Common: Discuss management with your doctor.
Do NOT stop suddenly: Always consult your doctor for a tapering plan to avoid withdrawal.
Store Securely: Keep locked and out of reach of everyone. Accidental ingestion, especially by children, is fatal.
Seek Emergency Help for: Very slow/shallow breathing, extreme drowsiness, difficulty waking up.