Can I use MS Contin if I am taking nalbuphine?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

In most cases, you shouldn't use the pain medication MS Contin (morphine) if you're receiving nalbuphine (Nubain), an injectable drug that's also used to relieve pain. MS Contin may be less effective or not work at all if combined with nalbuphine. If you've been taking MS Contin for a long time and you're given nalbuphine, you may experience withdrawal symptoms from MS Contin.

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