Pethidine Potency Vs. Morphine
Morphine is a very strong painkiller. Morphine overdose occurs when a person intentionally or accidentally takes too much of the medicine.
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Poisonous Ingredient
Morphine sulfate
Where Found
- Astramorph
- Morphine
- M S Contin
- Roxanol
Note: This list may not...
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