effects than morphine in treatment for several conditions. Since the majority of fractured NOF patients are elderly, correct morphine dosage is essential to
These are all possible side effects of morphine: The effects of morphine on dyspnoea and ventilatory function in elderly patients with advanced cancer: a.
elderly/debilitated e.g. 25mg twice daily. Ref: NICE guideline CG113 If the patient is known to be intolerant to morphine or morphine not effective.
Morphine compared with Since the majority of fractured NOF patients are elderly, correct morphine dosage is essential to avoid harmful side effects.
case of life-threatening or intolerable side effects and whenever morphine therapy is being initiated. The pharmacodynamic effects of morphine in the elderly
Serious adverse reactions associated with Morphine The pharmacodynamic effects of morphine in the elderly are more variable than in the younger population.
Despite careful titration of morphine, some individuals will have intolerable side effects or poor analgesic morphine in frail/elderly
drug exposure. Serious adverse reactions associated with Morphine The pharmacodynamic effects of morphine in the elderly are more variable than in the younger
giving morphine to the elderly. A reduction of dose is advisable. Page 3 The commonest side-effects of morphine are. Nausea. Vomiting.
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