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Does MORPHINE Cause Myoclonus? 256 Reports in FDA Database

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According to the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 256 reports of Myoclonus have been filed in association with MORPHINE (Morphine Sulfate). This represents 0.2% of all adverse event reports for MORPHINE.

256
Reports of Myoclonus with MORPHINE
0.2%
of all MORPHINE reports
20
Deaths
125
Hospitalizations

How Dangerous Is Myoclonus From MORPHINE?

Of the 256 reports, 20 (7.8%) resulted in death, 125 (48.8%) required hospitalization, and 30 (11.7%) were considered life-threatening.

Is Myoclonus Listed in the Official Label?

Yes, Myoclonus is listed as a known adverse reaction in the official FDA drug label for MORPHINE.

What Other Side Effects Does MORPHINE Cause?

Drug dependence (40,036) Overdose (26,942) Pain (22,787) Death (17,960) Emotional distress (17,954) Toxicity to various agents (15,337) Drug withdrawal syndrome (14,954) Drug hypersensitivity (11,095) Drug abuse (6,636) Dependence (5,656)

What Other Drugs Cause Myoclonus?

GABAPENTIN (809) QUETIAPINE (367) LEVETIRACETAM (358) PREGABALIN (347) SERTRALINE (319) LAMOTRIGINE (303) BUPROPION (290) VENLAFAXINE (290) CLOZAPINE (289) TRAMADOL (244)

Which MORPHINE Alternatives Have Lower Myoclonus Risk?

MORPHINE vs MORPHINE\NALTREXONE MORPHINE vs MOSAPRIDE MORPHINE vs MOSUNETUZUMAB MORPHINE vs MOSUNETUZUMAB-AXGB MORPHINE vs MOXIFLOXACIN

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