Morphine Er And Ir Dosage

Hello, I have been prescribed Morphine ER 15 mg/2×day and Morphine IR 15 mg/up to 4×day. I would like to see if I understand the dosage- I know, seems clear enough!- so let's see if I have it right... One ER every 12 hrs. supplemented by one IR every 4 hours if and as needed. Sound correct? : ) Thanks!

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Taylor,

Sounds like the standard dosage protocol for one with moderate to severe intractable pain I wish patients that attend our clinic understood labeling instructions that well.So long as prescribed by your licensed provider you sound like your set for pain relief. Best of luck to you and BTW they can cause some loopiness until you become accustomed to your dosage regimen. Take care

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ZedEDiamond111
Thank you very much for your kind reply!

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Actually, 4 times a day for the Morphine IR, would be every 6 hours, as needed, not every 4, taking it four times a day would mean 6 tablets daily.

The FDA warns that these medications carry the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, and constipation.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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Thank you, Verwon,
At first I did say 4×day, but later should have said every 6 hours (as/if needed).
Thank you for pointing out my math error!
T. S.

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