8th February 2022

A 55-year-old female was recently in hospital for a femoral hernia repair

A 55-year-old female was recently in hospital for a femoral hernia repair. She was prescribed immediate release morphine sulphate at a dose of 2.5 mg four times a day.

What would be the equivalent dose of oral codeine?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.