A patient is currently prescribed MST Continus (morphine sul…
A patient is currently prescribed MST Continus (morphine sulfate MR) 15mg tablets, ONE to be taken TWICE a day. Guidelines state: The standard dose of a strong opioid for breakthrough pain is usually one-sixth of the regular 24-hour dose, repeated every 2-4 hours as needed. How many milligrams of morphine should be prescribed for each breakthrough dose?