A healthcare provider may prescribe morphine sulfate to help relieve pain. This medication is a type of opioid narcotic, and it works by binding to opioid receptors throughout the body. It comes in the form of tablets, capsules, liquid, and injections. Your healthcare provider will determine your dosage based on several factors, such as the particular morphine product, the type and severity of your pain, other medical conditions you have, and other medications you are taking.
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