Morphine is a natural opioid made from the seed pods of the opium poppy plant.
It is prescribed to relieve severe, acute pain, but being prescribed does not remove its potential for addiction. Risk can become especially concerning when morphine is taken in a way that differs from the prescription, used without a prescription or combined with other drugs for stronger intoxicating effects. Recognizing this risk is useful because it can lead to timely, individualized care rather than shame.
