Morphine Autoinjector
Item
Type Analgesic Opioid Autoinjector Category Medication Action Access Torso Arms Legs Use Count Single-use Weight 0.05kg | 0.10lb
Medication
Route(s) of administration	IM
Dose Range	1 injection
Medication Effects
Onset <2m Peak ~20m Duration ~30m HR | BP | RR - - | - - | - - Pain Relief STRONG Nausea None
Technical
Classname ACE_morphine

The Morphine Autoinjector is a device used to easily self administer Morphine to combat moderate to severe pain.

Function

The morphine autoinjector is used to combat moderate to severe pain caused by injuries or other medical procedures, without requiring dosing of liquid medication.

The morphine autoinjector is effective at managing severe pain for a long period of time, it requires careful dosing due to its effects on the heart rate and respiratory rate.

The morphine autoinjector is administered intramuscularly with a delayed onset, moderate peak and long duration.

Usage

The morphine autoinjector administers a 5mg IM of morphine dose.

Recommended Dose

Single injection

Effects

• Heart Rate: - -
• Blood Pressure: - -
• Respiration Rate: - -

Potential Complications

• Bradycardia
• Hypoventilation
• Respiratory Arrest
• Cardiac Arrest

Indications

• Moderate/Severe Pain

Contraindications

• Chest Injury
• Impaired Breathing Ability

External Links

• Morphine (Wikipedia)
• TFC Pain (TCCC.org.ua)