Switching Medication

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i am currently on 25mg fentanyl patches, my dr spoke to me about changing my medication, he is suggesting ER MORPHINE TABLETS taken 12hourly, am I going to manage my pain successfully? we haven't discussed strength so what will be at least equivalent or a little stronger as i'm having breakthrough pain

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I AM OPEN TO SUGGESTIONS, GOOD OR BAD, AS I HAVE A DR'S APP SOON AND WANT TO BE WELL ADVISED.THANKYOU

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Hello, Kim! How are you?

You only need 7.5mgs of Morphine to equal each patch of Fentanyl, though you will take it more often, since it doesn't last 3 days, like the patch does.

This is a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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