morphine sulfate(MS Contin, Morphabond ER, Roxanol)

Schedule II opioid analgesic (mu agonist)

Pronunciation

/ˈmɔːrfiːn ˈsʌlfeɪt/

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At a glance

Generic name: morphine sulfate
Brand names: MS Contin, Morphabond ER, Roxanol, Kadian, Duramorph
Therapeutic class: Schedule II opioid analgesic (mu agonist)
Mechanism (summary):

Clinical pearls

Take only as prescribed; never crush/chew ER tablets.
Start a bowel regimen on day one (senna, polyethylene glycol).
Avoid alcohol and unprescribed sedatives.
Keep locked; never share.
Have naloxone available; teach household.

Related drugs in this class

oxycodone

OxyContin (ER), Roxicodone (IR)

Sources

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