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17 Effects of Morphine on the Body

17 Effects of Morphine on the Body

Morphine is a potent opioid drug prescribed to relieve pain and combat insomnia. It can be taken orally as a pill or injected into the skin. Morphine works by releasing dopamine, which can cause a euphoric feeling shortly after use. Since it is a narcotic drug, morphine has the potential to be extremely addictive.

Side effects of morphine

The side effects that someone experiences after using morphine depends on how they take it, how often they take it, and their overall health. The pain relief and short-term side effects of morphine typically kick in about 15-45 minutes after use. Effects typically peak after 60 minutes and can last anywhere from 3-6 hours.

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Side effects of morphine use may include:

  • Changes in mood & behavior
  • Sleepiness
  • Low blood pressure
  • Slowed breathing
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Changes in heart rate
  • Nausea & vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Itching
  • Loss of appetite
  • Lower body temp
  • Weakness
  • Dizziness
  • Confusion
  • Nervousness
  • Erectile dysfunction

While the effects of morphine usually go away after a few hours, the drug will remain in the body afterward.

How long does morphine stay in the body?

Morphine remains in the system even after people stop feeling effects. Traces of morphine can be found in blood, saliva, breast milk, urine, and hair. Morphine will remain in blood and saliva for up to three days, in urine for up to four days, in breastmilk for about 24 hours, and in hair for anywhere up to 90 days.

Risks of morphine use

In addition to the almost instantaneous side effects, morphine can also cause some health complications down the line. Primarily, it can cause tolerance and dependence very quickly, even if it is not misused and is taken according to prescription.

Since morphine can easily cause dependence, it may risk some other issues as well. Risks of morphine use may include:

  • Withdrawal (symptoms include anxiety, sweating, depression, agitation, etc.)
  • Use of other hard drugs (heroin, for example)
  • Opioid overdose
  • Opioid use disorder
  • Immune system issues
  • Problems with menstruation

Overdose may require the use of Narcan. To prevent getting to the point of an overdose, those who take morphine should use the substance as responsibly as possible.

Using morphine responsibly

So, what does it take to use morphine responsibly? First, you should only use it if you are prescribed and should take it according to the dosage assigned by your doctor. See your doctor if you are planning to have a baby or if you want to quit. There will be steps taken to avoid intense effects of withdrawal.

If you have been prescribed morphine, keep an eye on the pain. If morphine does not relieve your pain as advertised, consult a health professional as soon as possible.

To responsibly use prescription morphine, an individual should also consume extra fiber, exercise regularly, and be careful about which medicines they interact with morphine.

If you or a loved one are interested in seeking treatment for Morphine, give us a call today 267.209.7313.

Sources

https://www.healthline.com/health/pain-relief/morphine-side-effects#bottom-line

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-long-does-morphine-stay-in-the-system#summary

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