How should I take morphine controlled release?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

You should take morphine controlled release exactly as directed by your doctor. The typical schedule is one or two tablets or capsules once or twice daily, depending on the specific product. Do not cut, chew or crush the tablets or capsules. If you prefer, you can take the capsules by opening them up and sprinkling the contents on soft food such as applesauce. Do not take more morphine controlled release than your doctor has prescribed.

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