Side Effects of Morphine

Nov 24, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I previously read that some doctors prescribe morphine for medical use, but doesn’t it have side effects? I’d like to know: What are the side effects of morphine?

Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Liu Xiuyan
Hello, morphine does have numerous side effects. It is addictive, and repeated use can cause significant harm to the body—potentially suppressing the respiratory center and triggering histamine release, which may lead to bronchospasm. Some patients may also experience allergic reactions such as nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness. Morphine has largely been replaced by other appropriate alternative medications. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!