Morphine Sulfate ER Warnings and Precautions

Before taking morphine sulfate ER, warnings and precautions for the drug should be fully reviewed with your healthcare provider. For example, it is important that your healthcare provider is aware of any other medical conditions you may have, as morphine sulfate ER is not suitable for everyone. Also, morphine sulfate ER can cause drug interactions, so it is important that your healthcare provider is aware of any other medicines you are taking (including vitamins and herbal supplements).

Morphine Sulfate ER Medication

Morphine Sulfate ER: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking morphine sulfate ER^® (Avinza^®, Kadian^®, MS Contin^®, Oramorph^® SR) if you have:

Liver disease, such as cirrhosis, liver failure, or hepatitis
Low blood pressure (hypotension)
Gallbladder or pancreas disease
Kidney disease, such as kidney failure (renal failure)
A history of drug or alcohol dependence
Lung disease of any sort
A head injury or high intracranial pressure
Severe abdominal (stomach) pain
Hypothyroidism
Asthma
Addison's disease
An enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hypertrophy, or BPH)
Seizures or epilepsy
Any allergies, including allergies to foods, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:

Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Breastfeeding.

Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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