Using morphine to alleviate pain
Question
What is the ruling of religion for taking morphine as an analgesic, either through injections or orally, to relieve a patient's pain? Please note that it is only given to patients who have an exigent need for it. Moreover, it is administered under a physician's supervision and the doses are adjusted to the patients' needs.
Answer
It is permissible to use morphine as an analgesic, whether through injections, orally or in any other form, to relieve the pain of patients who are in dire need for it. It must be administered under a physician's supervision and the doses must be adjusted to the patients' needs.
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