MS Contin
Overview
- About MS Contin
- Alcoholism
- Coma
- Curvature of the spine
- Delirium tremens (severe alcohol withdrawal)
- Drug-related psychosis
- Enlarged prostate or constricted urinary canal
- Kidney disorder
- Liver disorder
- Low adrenalin levels
- Low thyroid levels
- Lung disorder
- Swallowing difficulty
- Alcohol
- Certain analgesics such as buprenorphine, butorphanol, nalbuphine, and pentazocine
- Drugs that control vomiting, such as prochlorperazine and trimethobenzamide
- Drugs classified as MAO inhibitors, such as the antidepressants phenelzine and tranylcypromine
- Major tranquilizers such as chlorpromazine and haloperidol
- Muscle relaxants such as cyclobenzaprine and diazepam
- Sedatives such as flurazepam and triazolam
- Tranquilizers such as alprazolam and chlordiazepoxide
- Water pills such as chlorothiazide and furosemide
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Symptoms of MS Contin overdose may include:
Cold, clammy skin, flaccid muscles, fluid in the lungs, lowered blood pressure, "pinpoint" or dilated pupils, sleepiness leading to stupor and coma, slowed breathing, slow pulse rate
If taken by an epileptic person, MS Contin could increase the likelihood of a seizure.
Since MS Contin can impair judgment and coordination, do not drive, climb, or operate hazardous equipment while taking this drug. If you become overly calm or lethargic, call your doctor.
MS Contin can lower blood pressure; you may feel dizzy or light-headed, especially when you first stand up.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking MS Contin
Return to topIf MS Contin is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining MS Contin with the following:
Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Return to topIf you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Although there is no evidence so far that a pregnant woman's short-term use of MS Contin can harm her unborn baby, this drug should be taken during pregnancy only if the benefit to the mother outweighs a possible risk to the child.
MS Contin is not recommended for use as a painkiller during childbirth. If a woman takes this drug shortly before giving birth, her baby may have trouble breathing. Babies born to mothers who use morphine chronically may suffer from drug withdrawal symptoms.
Since some of the morphine from MS Contin appears in breast milk, do not take this medication while breastfeeding. If you do nurse while using MS Contin, your baby could experience withdrawal symptoms once you stop taking this medication.
Recommended dosage for MS Contin
Return to topADULTS
Because MS Contin and Kadian are so potent, the doctor will set the dosage schedule and amount to meet your individual needs.
Overdosage
Return to topAny medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. An overdose of MS Contin can be fatal. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
