MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
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MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection)
MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Dextrose (DEX-trose), Morphine (MOR-feen) Treats moderate to severe pain. Belongs to a group of drugs called narcotic analgesics.
When To Not Use MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to morphine or to related narcotic pain-killers. You should not use morphine if you have asthma.
How Should You Use MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
Injectable
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
- An IV is medicine that is put directly into your body through one of your veins.
- An IM injection is a shot given in your muscle (upper arm, thigh, buttocks).
- An SC injection is a shot given just under the skin, usually in the back of your upper arm or the top of your thigh.
- An epidural is a catheter (small tube) that is put in your back and allows medicine to go directly to your spinal fluid.
- This medicine should be given by a person trained to give IV medicine, such as a nurse. Sometimes you, a family member, or friend can be taught to give your morphine.
- To avoid dizziness from this medicine, get up slowly from a sitting or lying position. If a dose is missed:
- Use your medicine as soon as you remember that you have missed your dose.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use your medicine and skip the missed dose.
- You should not use two doses at the same time.
Proper MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (Nardil®, Parnate®, Marplan®, Eldepryl®) within the last 14 days before using morphine.
- Morphine may interact with many other drugs. Be sure your doctor knows of all other medicines you are taking.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while using morphine.
MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Before using this medicine, make sure your doctor knows if you have a seizure disorder (epilepsy), asthma, liver, heart, kidney, gallbladder, lung, or inflammatory bowel disease, a bleeding disorder, or an enlarged prostate.
- This medicine may be habit-forming. You should not use more than your doctor ordered, or use it for longer periods of time than prescribed.
- Talk to your doctor before you stop using this medicine. You may need to use smaller and smaller amounts before stopping completely.
- This medicine may make you drowsy or dizzy. Avoid driving or using machinery.
MORPHINE/DEXTROSE-PREMIX (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Shortness of breath, trouble breathing
- Skin rash, itching, or hives
- Slow heartbeat
- Trouble going to the bathroom (urinating)
- Swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet
- Pain, burning, or swelling where the IV is given If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Drowsiness, dizziness, or confusion
- Nausea and vomiting
- Constipation
- Sweating
