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Morpine helps me but itches my skin what can I take to stop itching

By Anonymous March 19, 2018 - 9:48pm
 
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Hello Anon

Thank you for writing.

The prevalence of itching when on strong (opioid) pain medication is very common. It's hard to treat as common anti-itch medications don't work. There is a medication called Capsaicin that may help.
Ask your doctor for advice on this matter and see if your morphine dosages can be reduced somewhat so as to relieve you of the itching.
Best,
Susan

March 20, 2018 - 12:01pm
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