opioids antagonist Flashcards
1
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therapeutic action Morphine
A
analgesic (relieves pain)
2
Q
mechanism of action Morphine
A
Morphine binds to Kappa, Delta and Mu receptors, hereby producing analgesia, vasomotor stimulation and and sedation.
3
Q
adverse effects Morphine
A
sedation
urinary retention
nausea
4
Q
contraindications Morphine
A
head injury
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary diease; lung disease)
5
Q
drug interaction Morphine
A
Alcohol