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Morphine is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Morphine is used to treat moderate to severe pain. Short-acting forumations are taken as needed for pain. Extended-release morphine is for use when around-the-clock pain relief is needed.

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29 year experience in Pain Management

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Slow heart rate
Constipation
Flushing
Itchy rash
Passing gas
Back pain
Sleepiness
Itching or burning
Heartburn
Nausea
Dizziness
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Headache
Feeling anxious
Diarrhea
Flatulence
Fever
Fatigue
Decreased urination
Euphoria
Numbness or tingling
Swollen belly
Paresthesia
Heart palpitations
Excessive sweating
Loss of strength
Dysphoria
Low blood pressure
Itchy skin
Swollen abdomen
Less frequent urination

Serious

Slow heart rate
Drug problems
Apnea
Low blood pressure
Slow or irregular breathing
Illegal drug abuse

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3.4
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Chronic pain syndrome
3.3
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ST elevation myocardial infarction
3.3
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Unstable angina
2.8
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Congestive heart failure
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