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Is There Anything That Can Be Done To Overcome Nausea Caused By Long Term Use Of Morphine Sulphate?
Question: Is there anything that can be done to help with nausea caused by long term use of morphine sulfate?
Brief Answer:
dramamine, peptobismol, old antithistamines
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Morphine and other opiates, can cause nausea, vomiting and constipation. Not all of these side effects may occur.
Medications such as dramamine or peptobismol can help. Benadryl and meclizine, which are old antihistamines that are normally used for allergic reactions, can also help nausea as well.
There are stronger medications, if these are not effective for you.
Some persons may find that the use of peppermint or ginger tea can also ease this symptom as well.
You may also find that greasy, oily, spicy foods may worsen nausea. Coffee or other caffeinated drinks, carbonated sodas- can also affect nausea in some persons.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
dramamine, peptobismol, old antithistamines
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Morphine and other opiates, can cause nausea, vomiting and constipation. Not all of these side effects may occur.
Medications such as dramamine or peptobismol can help. Benadryl and meclizine, which are old antihistamines that are normally used for allergic reactions, can also help nausea as well.
There are stronger medications, if these are not effective for you.
Some persons may find that the use of peppermint or ginger tea can also ease this symptom as well.
You may also find that greasy, oily, spicy foods may worsen nausea. Coffee or other caffeinated drinks, carbonated sodas- can also affect nausea in some persons.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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