Morphine Sulfate

( Ms Contin )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Dec 08, 2022

Drug Details

Generic Name:

Morphine sulfate

Common Brands:

MS Contin, Kadian, Arymo ER, Morphabond

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Opioid (narcotic) analgesic

Forms:

Morphine oral (tablets, extended release tablets, extended release capsules, oral solution), suppositories, and parenteral morphine for injection

Administration:

Morphine oral is taken by mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Moderate to severe pain

Controlled Status:

Schedule II controlled substance

Morphine Drug Class

Morphine (mor-feen) is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever).

Morphine Age Range

Morphine is approved to treat pain in adults and children. MS Contin, Kadian, Arymo ER, and Morphabond are the extended-release forms of the drug, and they are used only in adults. Accidental ingestion of morphine by children can result in a fatal overdose.

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