Pain
Morphine
MS Contin · Statex
Generic nameMorphine
Brand namesMS Contin / Statex
Medication classOpioid analgesic
Typical adult example2.5–10 mg immediate release
FrequencyEvery 4 hours as directed
Common uses
Recognition cues
- Severe pain
- Palliative dyspnea
EMS relevance
Assessment context
- Can cause respiratory depression, sedation and hypotension.