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What sleep-related breathing disorders can occur with diamorphine hydrochloride?

Name: What sleep-related breathing disorders can occur with diamorphine hydrochloride?
Published: 2026-11-08T01:44:36.679Z

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Diamorphine hydrochloride can cause central sleep apnoea and sleep-related hypoxemia, with the risk of central sleep apnoea increasing with opioid dose.

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Diamorphine Hydrochloride 5mg for InjectionWockhardt UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use · Version 6Document updated 13 November 2025

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