MS Contin is a prescription drug approved for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. This eMedTV Web page features an overview of MS Contin, including information on how it works, tips on taking it, possible side effects, and general precautions.
Drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea are among the common side effects of MS Contin. This page from the eMedTV Web site further describes several MS Contin side effects, including a list of serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.
As this eMedTV page explains, constipation is a likely and expected side effect of MS Contin (morphine sulfate ER). This article also explains why you should talk to your doctor about laxatives if you are taking MS Contin and constipation occurs.
MS Contin is a strong narcotic painkiller designed for treating moderate to severe pain. This eMedTV article further explains what MS Contin is used for, including information on how it works, who it is designed for, and whether it is safe for children.
As this eMedTV page explains, the recommended MS Contin dosage is based on several factors, such as other existing medical conditions and other medications you are taking. This page also offers suggestions on how to safely and effectively use MS Contin.
This eMedTV page explains that when certain medicines, such as sleep medicines, narcotics, or antidepressants, are taken with MS Contin, drug interactions can occur. This page also takes an in-depth look at the problems these interactions can cause.
You should not take MS Contin if you have a bowel obstruction or severe asthma. This eMedTV segment describes other important MS Contin warnings and precautions to be aware of before taking the drug, including information on what to tell your doctor.
As this eMedTV page explains, it is possible to overdose on MS Contin (morphine sulfate ER). Effects may include difficulty breathing and even death. It is important to seek immediate medical care if you believe you have taken an MS Contin overdose.
As this eMedTV article explains, MS Contin (morphine sulfate ER) is a pregnancy Category C drug, meaning it may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This page discusses MS Contin and pregnancy, including the results of animal studies on the topic.
As this eMedTV page discusses, it is not typically recommended that women use MS Contin while breastfeeding. This page also explains that MS Contin does pass through breast milk and may cause serious problems in a nursing child.
There are currently several strengths of generic MS Contin (morphine sulfate ER) available for sale. This eMedTV Web resource explains how the FDA has assigned generic MS Contin an "AB" rating, meaning the generic is as good as the brand-name drug.
This eMedTV page explains that because MS Contin (morphine sulfate ER) is a narcotic, it is often abused. This page describes the difference between addiction and a physical dependence on the drug, and also lists possible problems of MS Contin abuse.
As a narcotic, MS Contin (morphine sulfate ER) can cause withdrawal symptoms if it is stopped too quickly. This eMedTV Web article lists possible symptoms of MS Contin withdrawal and stresses the importance of slowly weaning yourself off the drug.
