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Avinza


Sent to Health Experts May 17, 2004 12:49 p.m.

My Grandma was just put on a pain management drug for her degenerative arthritis in her back called AVINZA - 30 mg twice a day. Can you tell me more about this drug? She is feeling a bit nauseous now.
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May 17, 2004 1:51 p.m. (1 hour and 2 minutes later)
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Avinza (morphine sulfate)
This drug was designed to provide 24 hr. pain relief in a more conveniant once daily dosing. There are side effects including nausea and constipation and fatigue.
She should take this medication with a meal that should help. If the problem continues she should consult with her physician. Sometimes just lowering the dose a bit helps with the side effects.


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