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What are the differences between morphine patch and morphine tablets?

The main difference is the route of administration. The tablets are to be taken orally while the patches are absorbed through the skin. With tablets you have to take them every day while the patches keep a steady stream of morphine going in for about three days Shortec .

Which one to choose depends on the type and severity of pain you’re having. Talk to your doctor. Sometimes they can prescribe both, put on the patches and use the tablets as needed for breakthrough pain Shortec .

Please exercise caution though as patches and accidental overdose go hand in hand. It also can be very difficult to stop taking. Make sure you have a good relationship with your doctor because if this is the road you want to take then you’re going to need it.

A more extensive Morphine side effects and description below via the website.. if you wish to click on it.

But some of these Side effects range from constipation; excessive sweating; GI upsets; headaches; trouble sleeping; weight loss or gain; respiratory depression ( this is an extreme precaution and can result in overdose and death when combined with other drugs which cause Respiratory depression such as sedatives; benzodiazpines; alcohol; etc. Urinary retention is possible with any opiate. This is NOT a full list..

Talk to your Dr and get approval before you take any supplements like st johns wart; etc).

You might also want to look on your medication guide from pharmacy and or ask your pharmacist. The med guide will break down RARE versus commonly reported side effects among populations. The guides are useful but are only a resource.

Assuming you will be taking morphine 30mg regularly for chronic pain management; this opiate medication can cause dependency and addiction.

Tolerance may develop over the long term. If you have a medical condition or illness where you legitimately need pain medicines ( and will be scripted by a DR) opioids like morphine for life/ long term; becoming dependent upon the drug should be expected. The benefits of taking the drug should outweigh the risks and only you and your Dr can determine and discuss this together. They are the medical experts.