Morphine for Pain User Reviews (Page 4)

• Ric...
• March 27, 2010

Morphine "Have been taking Avinza 2x30 mg/day for 12 months. Pain is better controlled (normal is 3-5; oxy was 5-7). Still constipated, but fixable with Metamucil. Can safely pay bills and drive. Wonder drug for me. No craving, either."

• ile...
• June 25, 2010

Morphine "I have been on Avinza for about the last 7 years. Avinza changed my ability to spend time with and enjoy my family and friends, with a bit of help from Roxicodone (oxycodone) 15 mg up to 10 a day. I have taken Avinza at 60 mg all the way up to 240 mg per thing. I have had a cervical fusion and bilateral shoulder problems and surgeries."

• THR...
• September 28, 2009

"Doctors, please listen to patients better. I was placed on morphine due to a reaction to codeine! Within a week, I am vomiting, and the doctors tell me to tough it out (this is considered a minor, less serious side effect!). However, as a result, I can no longer eat. This site seems to indicate I am one of those unlucky few who is intolerant to these painkillers. Why will doctors not listen?"

• saj...
• September 25, 2009

Morphine "I have a fused 5th lumbar with a bone insert and two shoulder replacements that cause constant pain. Avinza has proven to be far superior to other drugs for constant pain relief. Hydrocodone and Oxycodone preparations used to wear off after 4 hours with terrible withdrawal symptoms and cause mood changes. Avinza, although ghastly expensive, provides pain management without feeling drugged at all. I am able to play tennis and stay active because of this drug, and it's taken once a day instead of every 4 hours. A lifesaver."

• Anonymous
• April 16, 2012

"I had an infection from a bad tooth. It was the only thing that helped while I was in the hospital being treated with IV antibiotics. It gave almost instant relief, and I was able to sleep and recover well."

• Ano...
• September 19, 2009

Morphine "The medication was far superior and hopefully safer than using Percocet. The issue is continuous relief for several torn/ruptured discs. Surgical intervention is not guaranteed to resolve my problem. Pain level is 5-6 continuous and takes over your life. So what to do. Many personal issues to consider, but in the end, I realized that until a solution is found, I don't have a lot of options here. Went to a shrink and others and finally accepted status at this time. Never drink, take as directed, and trust yourself. Never, never, fall into the trap of changing the dosing from the prescribed format."

• mic...
• June 6, 2009

Morphine "I was diagnosed with a rare form of lupus (as a teen) 24 years ago, 6 years later with Raynaud's and fibromyalgia. Over the years, I have tried many pain medicines, some have helped and some haven't, but most have had multiple side effects and/or interactions with my other necessary medicines. In 2004, I was in the hospital while I was out of remission, and I had a slip and fall. This accident resulted in three herniated discs. Since then, I've been taking Avinza 120 mg, with Vicodin 10/650 for breakthrough pain, and I can honestly say this is the best pain coverage I've had in 24 years with only 1 side effect... constipation, which Miralax takes care of."

• Col...
• July 17, 2008

"I've had morphine both in IV and pill. In the pills, both immediate release and time release. In IV, with on-demand pump for surgery for thyroid cancer and neck surgery. Worked great both times. I've taken it for over 6 years in pill form for chronic pain management. The only thing I don't like about it is the constipation from it. Started using it with Dilaudid 2 years ago after neck surgery for chronic pain management."

• Jac...
• November 13, 2009

Morphine "I fractured and hemorrhaged my neck in 2001 at the age of 12. I've been on and off all kinds of narcotics and was recently introduced to Avinza. This stuff is awesome! Even at the low 30 mg dose, I feel much better, but I still keep my Norco around for breakthrough pain when needed. I recommend this medicine to anyone dealing with chronic pain."

• Rad...
• March 11, 2009

Morphine "I have severe back pain due to an injury that eventually resulted in three lower back surgeries. I have been on Kadian for a couple of years, and I do not find it very effective at all. I am in misery most of the time."

• ste...
• November 8, 2009

"Was on tramadol, diazepam, paracetamol, and diclofenac for 10 weeks after a prolapsed disc and sciatica. Put on morphine last Friday and has taken most of the pain, which is allowing me to feel happier in myself."

• Joh...
• December 21, 2008

Morphine "Due to a heart condition, my orthopedic surgeon will not perform surgery on my herniated disk in my neck or back. After being sent to the pain clinic for review, I was started on Avinza for pain relief. This medication was a godsend for me, it helped reduce the pain to a tolerable level, and I was able to resume life. I am able to go out more, work in the yard and garden, and resume my photography and woodworking. I was started on Avinza 60 mg daily, this was just not quite enough and was changed to 90 mg with 30 mg MSIR 4 to 6 hours PRN. It was found that this combination worked well. Some days I used the MSIR every 4 to 6 hours, and other days I may only use the MSIR once a day. Start low and see what you need!"

• pch...
• October 3, 2008

"I have been taking morphine for about 4 years now. I presently take 60 mg (of the slow-release morphine) twice daily. I have chronic shoulder pain in both shoulders from 8 surgeries in the left for a torn rotator cuff, which they can't do anything about. The right shoulder has had 1 surgery for the same problem. Got the same result for it, they can't do anything for it. The morphine helps me with some pain. I could just imagine how much it would hurt without it."

• Dan...
• September 29, 2009

Morphine "After a chainsaw accident in 2001, where I ran the saw under my kneecap down into the joint, I was left with a permanent limp, which in turn affected my back. I have tried all kinds of pain medicines: Kadian, Percocet, Hydro's, you name it. The doctor put me on 120 mg of Avinza. After finding the right dose, I can finally live with the pain I have. I love this medication."

• Ort...
• March 23, 2010

Morphine "I have had 7 surgeries, 5 lower back, 2 neck fusions, and still have 5 herniated discs in my thoracic spine. Avinza with 10/325 has been a godsend. I also have muscle spasms throughout my back at all times. I have been taking 120 mg every 12 hours with the Percocet for breakthrough pain. Add muscle relaxers, and I still had pain but could function. My biggest problem was my last surgery, the hospital didn't have any, so they had to work out an equal dosage of Dilaudid. It worked, but I was far better with my Avinza. I only wish the hospital would allow you to bring your own, they can administer it."

• Anonymous
• November 19, 2010

"I have been on various pain medicines for nine years. Was taking three 40 mg OxyContin per day. I am currently on 150 mcg fentanyl patches, changing them every 48 hours, and four 15 mg IR morphine per day. If it were not for the morphine for breakthrough pain, I would not be able to work or have a somewhat normal life. I made a decision to submit to the addiction of narcotics or submit to disability. Anyone considering narcotic pain management must make that choice, as you will be addicted at some point. You must always follow the dosage instructions."

• not...
• August 18, 2010

"I have severe arthritis in my hips and knees, as well as severe spinal scoliosis. The pain is with me 24/7. I have been on Oxycontin for 3 years now, but my pain just keeps getting worse, so my doctor prescribed morphine 2 times daily, as well as my 8 Oxycontin daily. I have only been on the morphine for 1 month now, but I already see an increased quality of life. For the first time in at least 5 years, I can actually bend over and pick something up off the floor by myself!"

• bro...
• January 31, 2011

Morphine "I have had excruciating pain for 4 years. I used from fentanyl patch to morphine sulfate CR. The change is dramatic, no third-day withdrawals. Have 24-hour coverage, not for 48 hours. Living in the South, the auto's temp rises to 140 in the car, and the patch is not meant for dramatic temperature changes."

• for...
• February 22, 2011

Morphine "My entire spine was destroyed in a car accident 26 years ago, and I developed MPS. Three years ago, I broke my neck during a seizure, causing additional pain. Avinza has done the best at controlling my pain; but while on Kadian, I was titrated from 120 mg to 60 mg by doctors who didn't believe I was really in pain. Now that they have MRIs of the damage suffered 26 years ago that has degenerated over the years, they believe me and will finally titrate me up to 90 mg of Avinza, which is a wonder for me. I also use several other means to control the pain, such as diversion, a spa, exercise, and relaxation response."

• Anonymous
• July 1, 2010

Morphine "After a diagnosis of Stage IIIA breast cancer, 2 separate modified radical surgeries with lymph node removal and chemotherapy, I was then put on Arimidex. Had major joint pain, body aching, nauseous, and anxiety, to name a few. I tried NSAIDs and many narcotic medications without success. Eventually, I was put on Avinza three years ago. Finally, relief! I have no side effects from Avinza. I take a capsule every 12 hours. The dosage has been varied, but little else is required for breakthrough. I don't know what is different about this narcotic, but thankfully, it works for me."

• mad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 6, 2022

Morphine "This medicine claims to be 24-hour extended release, but it is not. It releases the total dose within an hour. This is not an effective generic equivalent to Avinza 24-hour ER or Kadian 12 SR or Kadian 24-hour ER. The pain control is not effective or consistent. The side effects are severe and dangerous. I had a severe headache daily, liver enzymes elevated, no appetite, severe nausea, caused chest pain and shortness of breath."

• Anonymous
• June 11, 2009

"This medication tends to work better for my pain. Cut tip of finger off in a lawnmower accident (cleaning the blades with a garden hose and got too close, obviously). They sewed my finger back on; but having lots of bone and joint (knuckle) pain. Norco did not help as well as morphine has. I only take this medication when I can no longer tolerate the severity of pain so that I can actually get some much-needed rest. Morphine works well for my personal ordeal."

• pai...
• July 9, 2008

"Started taking Oramorph after staying in the hospital with a prolapsed L5/S1 disc. Urgent surgery is required within 4 weeks, so was given 30 mg of morphine slow release also. I couldn't walk because of spasms in my spine, but now I am mobile. However, I seem to suffer from itchiness. This is the only problem I have. I also take diclofenac, gabapentin, and paracetamol."

• Jer...
• May 14, 2009

Morphine "I was started on Avinza after back surgery. It took a bit to get an effective dose as I had back pain of 8 on a 1-10 scale, constantly. Since finding the correct dose for me, my doctor has only had to increase the Avinza once. I also take Lortab 10/500 on the average of once a day for breakthrough pain. This keeps the pain under control and I can work still. If it weren't for this drug, I would not be able to move without excruciating pain."

• Sco...
• December 19, 2009

Morphine "My doctor started me on the 15 mg of MsContin last month 3x/day, and it isn't doing a very good job of controlling my congenital stenosis, spondylosis, scoliosis, or bulging pain. Will be requesting the 60 mg Oramorph 3x/day on my next visit, as I was diagnosed for dental problems I had for 5 years. It works great with MSIR 30 mg for any breakthrough pains. Just be sure to inform your doctor if you have been taking any opioid medications before, as that will determine your correct starting dose."