Morphine
Morphine
Morphine (pronounced: /ˈmɔːr.fiːn/) is a potent opiate used in the medical field for its powerful analgesic properties.
Etymology
The term "Morphine" is derived from Morpheus, the Greek god of dreams, due to the substance's ability to cause a dream-like state.
Definition
Morphine is a narcotic drug obtained from the unripe seeds of the opium poppy. It is used in medicine as a powerful painkiller and is also one of the main substances found in heroin.
Usage
Morphine is used to relieve severe or agonizing pain and suffering, such as that experienced by patients with terminal cancer. It is also used in surgical procedures as a part of the anesthesia process.
Related Terms
- Opiate: A drug derived from opium. Morphine is a type of opiate.
- Analgesic: A class of drugs used to relieve pain. Morphine is a potent analgesic.
- Narcotic: A drug that affects mood or behavior and is sold for nonmedical purposes, often addictive. Morphine is classified as a narcotic.
- Opium poppy: The plant from which morphine is derived.
- Heroin: An illegal drug that is derived from morphine.
Side Effects
Like all medications, morphine can have side effects. These can include drowsiness, constipation, and, with long-term use, the potential for addiction.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Morphine
- Wikipedia's article - Morphine
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