User:Hawkhill Bill/Zomorph

Zomorph.

What is in Zomorph capsules?

Zomorph capsules contain the active ingredient Morphine Sulphate BP in a special "slow Release" form (either 10mg, 30mg, 60mg, 100mg or 200mg).

The Capsules also contain the following inactive ingredients: sucrose, maize starch, polyethylene glycol 4000, ethyl cellulose, cetyl alcohol, sodium lauryl sulphate, dibutyl sebacate, talc, gelatine, iron oxide ink(E172) and titanium dioxide(171)1.

In addition to the above ingredients, the 10mg capsules contain quinoline yellow(E104), the 30mg capsules contain Erthrosine(E127) and the 60mg capsules contain sunset yellow(E110). Sunset yellow(E110) present in the 60mg capsules can cause allergic-type reactions including asthma. Allergy is more common in those people who are allergic to asprin.

1 The capsules do not contain titanium dioxide(E171).

Zomorph capsules are made in different colours to identify each strength:-

10mg capsules  -   yellow/clear 30mg capsules  -   pink/clear 60mg capsules  -   orange/clear 100mg capsules -   white/clear 200mg capsules -   clear/clear

Each pack contains 60 capsules (6 foil blisters each with 10 capsules).

Who makes and supplies Zomorph capsules? The product is marketed by Archimedes Pharma UK ltd, 250 South Oak Way, Green Park, Reading. Berkshire. RG2 6UG

The Marketing Authorisation Holder is Laborotories Ethypham 17-21 rue Saint Matthieu, 78550 Houdan, France.

Zomorph capsules are manufactured by Gatalent Pharma Solutions, Sedge Close Headway, Great Oakley, Corby. Northamptonshire. NN18 8HS, UK.

What are Zomorph capsules used for?

Zomorph capsules are used to give relief from severe pain, for example when other painkillers have not controlled your pain.

Before taking Zomorph capsules

Tell your Doctor or pharmacist about any other medicines that you are taking, including any that you may have bought without prescription.

If the answer to any of the following questions is YES, then please consult your doctor or pharmacist BEFORE taking your Zomorph capsules.


 * Are you pregnant, likely to become pregnant, or breast-feeding?


 * Are you sensitive or allergic to morphine sulphate or any other ingredients in Zomorph capsules?


 * Are you taking one of the types of medicines called monoamine oxidase or MAOIs (for depression), or have you taken the type of medicine in the last 14 days.

tricyclic antidepressants (for depression), phenothiazines (for schizophrenia), hypnotics (for sleeping problems), anxiolytics (for anxiety), antipsychotics (for psychiatric diseases), cyclizine, metoclopramide or domperidone (for nausea and vomiting), cisapride (for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease), ritonavir (for AIDS treatment), aneasthetice?
 * Are you taking any of the following medicines:


 * Have you recently had a head injury, or are you suffering from shock.

asthma or breathing difficulties, liver disease, epilepsy or seizures, unexplained stomach pains, kidney disease or difficulty passing urine, underactive adrenal gland, raised intracranial pressure (severe headache), hypotension?
 * Do you suffer from any of the following:


 * Have you recently consumed a large amount of alcohol, or been intoxicated?

This medicine is not recommended for use in children. Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel sleepy or cannot concentrate. If you are going to have surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking Zomorph capsules.

How should I take Zomorph capsules

Your doctor will decide how many capsules you should take and how often so please follow the instructions you are given with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure. The usual dose is one capsule every 12 hours.

(A) The capsule should be swallowed whole with a drink of water. Do not chew them.

(B) If you have difficulty swallowing the capsules, the contents may be sprinkled carefully over a spoonful of semi-solid foods (such as jam or yoghurt) immediately before you take the dose and swallowed without chewing.

It is important not to stop taking Zomorph capsules until your doctor tells you to. If you have been taking Zomorph capsules over a long period of time you may experience withdrawal effects when you stop taking them. Should this occur, please consult your doctor or pharamcist.

What should I do if I forget to take a dose?

If you remember within 4 hours of when your dose was due, take your capsule straight away. Take your next dose at your normal time. If you are more than 4 hours late, please call your doctor for advice.

What should I do if someone else accidentally swallows Zomorph capsules, or if I take too many capsules

Contact your doctor or your nearest hospital casualty department immediately.

After taking Zomorph capsules

Like all medicines, Zomorph capsules may cause side effects in some people. The most common side effects are nausea, constipation and occasionally vomiting. Zomorph capsules may make you breathe more slowly. Other side effects include confusion, feelings of excitement, restlessness, drowsiness, hallucinations and changes in mood, skin disorders (urticaria, pruritus, rashes), sexual trouble (decreased libido or potency), dry mouth, sweating, headache, facial flushing, vertigo, heart rate changes, palpitations, hypotension, hypothermia, difficulty passing urine and increased intracranial pressure (severe headaches).

If you notice these or any other unwanted effects please tell your doctor or pharmicist.

If Zomorph capsules are not controlling your pain tell your doctor, who may increase the dose or give you an additional painkiller.

How should I store Zomorph capsules?

Do not take the capsules after the expiry date on the pack. If you have any capsules left after the expiry date return them to your pharmacist for disposal. Keep your capsules in a safe place, out of sight and reach of children and protected from light. They should be stored below 25C in a dry place protected from heat.

Further Information Only a doctor can prescribe these for you. Never give them to someone else, It may harm them even if their symptoms are similar to yours. If you are unsure about anything, please ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.