10/28/15

diamorphine

The diamorphine - A synthetic, opioid analgesic similar to morphine; diamorphine is another name for heroin. It is used to relieve severe pain and to relieve distress in acute heart failure.

Diamorphine carries the risk of dependence. It may cause nausea, vomiting, and constipation. (See also heroin abuse.)

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