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Morphine Liposomal Dosage

Applies to the following strengths: 10 mg/mL preservative-free

Usual Adult Dose for Pain

Major Orthopedic Surgery of the Lower Extremity: 15 mg via lumbar epidural administration once prior to surgery

Lower Abdominal or Pelvic Surgery: 10 to 15 mg via lumbar epidural administration once prior to surgery

Maximum dose: 20 mg

Caesarian Section: 10 mg via lumbar epidural administration once after clamping of the umbilical cord

Comments:


Use: For the treatment of pain following major surgery.

Renal Dose Adjustments

No adjustment recommended

Liver Dose Adjustments

No adjustment recommended

Dose Adjustments

Elderly and Debilitated Patients:

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:


Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

US Controlled Substance: Schedule II

Dialysis

Data not available

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