Morphine Warnings and Precautions

Prior to starting a new medication, it is important to be aware of its warnings and precautions. With morphine, these precautions include understanding the danger of becoming addicted to the medication, the safety of taking the medicine when pregnant or breastfeeding, and potential drug interactions with the drug. Warnings and precautions also extend to people who have a head injury, Addison's disease, or liver disease.

Morphine Drug Information

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Morphine?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking morphine if you have:

A history of drug or alcohol dependence
Liver disease, such as cirrhosis, liver failure, or hepatitis
Kidney disease, such as kidney failure (renal failure)
Low blood pressure (hypotension)
Gallbladder or pancreas disease
Lung disease of any sort
A head injury or high intracranial pressure
Severe abdominal (stomach) pain
An underactive thyroid (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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