I just started morphine and I am in sever pain I would like to know when I might start feeling some relief from the pain.
How long does it take for morphine to get into your system and start working?
Question posted by lupie1369 on 13 Feb 2013
Last updated on 12 February 2013 by DzooBaby
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DzooBaby
13 Feb 2013
You should begin to feel some relief within 30-60 minutes of taking it. If it is a long acting drug, you may not get full effects until you build a steady blood level which can take a few days.
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