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Why is diamorphine hydrochloride contraindicated in patients with phaeochromocytoma?

Name: Why is diamorphine hydrochloride contraindicated in patients with phaeochromocytoma?
Published: 2026-11-08T13:43:39.280Z

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Diamorphine hydrochloride is contraindicated in patients with phaeochromocytoma because endogenous histamine release may stimulate catecholamine release.

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Diamorphine Hydrochloride 5mg for InjectionWockhardt UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 6Document updated 13 November 2025

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