THE MORPHINE ABSTINENCE SYNDROME, ITS NATURE AND TREATMENT

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Abstract
The morphine abstinence syndrome is a definite clinical entity. Some of the more common signs and symptoms of this syndrome are: yawning, lacrimation, rhinorrhea, perspiration, gooseflesh, tremor, dilated pupils, nervousness, restlessness, aching of legs, anorexia, nausea, abdominal cramps, emesis, diarrhea, insomnia, fever, hyper-pnea, elevation of blood pressure, and loss of weight. An adequate program for management of the abstinence syndrome consists of a preliminary period of stabilization, rapid reduction of morphine, harmless supplementary measures such as infusions, sedatives, and flow baths, and good nursing with frequent and careful observation. The most important feature of withdrawal treatment is the judicious use of opiates.

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