Morphine liposomal Disease Interactions
There are 8 disease interactions with morphine liposomal.
- Paralytic ileus
- Drug dependence
- Hypotension
- Intracranial pressure
- Respiratory depression
- Gastrointestinal obstruction
- Liver disease
- Renal dysfunction
Morphine liposomal (applies to morphine liposomal) paralytic ileus
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Intestinal Obstruction
Morphine liposomal, as with all opiates, diminishes propulsive peristaltic waves in the gastrointestinal tract and may prolong obstruction; therefore, its use is contraindicated in any patient who has or is suspected of having paralytic ileus.
Opiate agonists (applies to morphine liposomal) drug dependence
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Drug Abuse/Dependence, Alcoholism
Opiate agonists have the potential to cause dependence and abuse. Tolerance as well as physical and psychological dependence can develop after prolonged use. Abrupt cessation, reduction in dosage, or administration of an opiate antagonist such as naloxone may precipitate withdrawal symptoms. In patients who have developed tolerance to an opiate agonist, overdosage can still produce respiratory depression and death, and cross-tolerance usually will occur with other agents in the class. Addiction-prone individuals, such as those with a history of alcohol or substance abuse, should be under careful surveillance or medical supervision when treated with opiate agonists. It may be prudent to refrain from dispensing large quantities of medication to these patients. After prolonged use or if dependency is suspected, withdrawal of opiate therapy should be undertaken gradually using a dosage-tapering schedule.
Opiate agonists (applies to morphine liposomal) hypotension
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Shock, Dehydration
Opiate agonists can induce vasodilation and significant hypotension, particularly when given in high dosages and/or by rapid intravenous administration. Opiate analgesics cause vasodilatation that may exacerbate hypotension and hypoperfusion and, therefore, are contraindicated in circulatory shock. At therapeutic analgesic dosages, ambulatory patients are more likely to experience dizziness and hypotension than patients who are confined to bed. However, orthostatic hypotension may occur in supine patients upon rising. Therapy with opiate agonists should be administered cautiously and initiated at reduced dosages in patients with hypovolemia, or a predisposition to hypotension. When given by intramuscular or subcutaneous administration, clinicians should also be aware that impaired perfusion in these patients may prevent complete absorption of the drug. With repeated injections, an excessive amount may be absorbed suddenly if normal circulation is reestablished.
Opiate agonists (applies to morphine liposomal) intracranial pressure
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Head Injury, Brain/Intracranial Tumor, Cerebral Vascular Disorder
The hypoventilation associated with administration of opiate agonists, particularly by the intravenous route, can induce cerebral hypoxia and vasodilatation with resultant increase in intracranial pressure. Opiate agonists should not be used in patients with suspected or known head injury or increased intracranial pressure. Also, clinicians treating such patients should be aware that opiate agonists may interfere with the evaluation of CNS function, especially with respect to consciousness levels, respiratory status, and pupillary changes.
Opiate agonists (applies to morphine liposomal) respiratory depression
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Head Injury, Brain/Intracranial Tumor, Cerebral Vascular Disorder, Pulmonary Impairment, Altered Consciousness, Asphyxia, Respiratory Arrest
Opiate agonists may produce significant central nervous system and respiratory depression of varying duration, particularly when given in high dosages and/or by rapid intravenous administration. Apnea may result from decreased respiratory drive as well as increased airway resistance, and rigidity of respiratory muscles may occur during rapid IV administration or when these agents are used in the induction of anesthesia. At therapeutic analgesic dosages, the respiratory effects are usually not clinically important except in patients with preexisting pulmonary impairment. Therapy with opiate agonists should be avoided or administered with extreme caution and initiated at reduced dosages in patients with severe CNS depression; sleep apnea; hypoxia, anoxia, or hypercapnia; upper airway obstruction; chronic pulmonary insufficiency; a limited ventilatory reserve; or other respiratory disorders. In the presence of excessive respiratory secretions, the use of opiate agonists may also be problematic because they decrease ciliary activity and reduce the cough reflex. Caution is also advised in patients who may be at increased risk for respiratory depression, such as comatose patients or those with head injury, intracranial lesions, or intracranial hypertension. Clinical monitoring of pulmonary function is recommended, and equipment for resuscitation should be immediately available if parenteral or neuraxial routes are used. Naloxone may be administered to reverse clinically significant respiratory depression, which may be prolonged depending on the opioid agent, cumulative dose, and route of administration.
Opioid agonists (applies to morphine liposomal) gastrointestinal obstruction
Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.
Opioid analgesics are contraindicated in patients with known or suspected gastrointestinal obstruction, including paralytic ileus.
Narcotic analgesics (applies to morphine liposomal) liver disease
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.
Narcotic (opioid) analgesic agents are extensively metabolized by the liver, and several of them (e.g., codeine, hydrocodone, meperidine, methadone, morphine, propoxyphene) have active metabolites that are further converted to inactive substances. The serum concentrations of these agents and their metabolites may be increased and the half-lives prolonged in patients with impaired hepatic function. Therapy with opioids should be administered cautiously and initiated at reduced dosages in patients with liver disease. Subsequent doses should be titrated based on individual response rather than a fixed dosing schedule.
Narcotic analgesics (applies to morphine liposomal) renal dysfunction
Moderate Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.
Although narcotic (opioid) analgesic agents are generally metabolized by the liver, renal impairment can alter the elimination of these agents and their metabolites (some of which are pharmacologically active), resulting in drug accumulation and increased risk of toxicity. Therapy with opioids should be administered cautiously and initiated at reduced dosages in patients with significantly impaired renal function. Subsequent doses should be titrated based on individual response rather than a fixed dosing schedule.
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Morphine liposomal drug interactions
There are 436 drug interactions with morphine liposomal.
Morphine liposomal alcohol/food interactions
There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with morphine liposomal.
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Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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