Morphine
Description
When raw opium is purified, a light brown powder called morphine
base is produced. Morphine itself is a white powder. It can come in
block, tablet, capsule, powder or solution form.
The Effects
If an abuser tries to stop using morphine, his body reacts strongly
and he experiences painful withdrawal symptoms:
Aches and spasms
Stomach cramps and convulsions
Shaking and vomiting
Running nose
Watery eyes
Loss of appetite
Diarrhoea
Penalties
Illegal traffic, import or export of morphine of more than 30 grams
- DEATH.
Possession and consumption of morphine - up to S$20,000 fine or 10
years imprisonment or BOTH.