Pharmacy
MS medical abbreviation
MS has 3 common meanings: "morphine sulfate", "multiple sclerosis", "mitral stenosis". The context of the note or order decides which one is meant.
On The Joint Commission's Do Not Use list. ISMP suggests: Write the full drug name.
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for MS), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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3 meanings of MS
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| morphine sulfate | None | Prescriptions, Pharmacy | |
| multiple sclerosis | None | Prescriptions, Pharmacy | |
| mitral stenosis | None | Prescriptions, Pharmacy |
Example
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Questions
What does MS mean in medical terms?
MS has 3 common meanings: "morphine sulfate", "multiple sclerosis", "mitral stenosis". The context of the note or order decides which one is meant.
Where is MS used?
MS shows up in prescriptions and pharmacy. Its category here is pharmacy.
Is MS on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
Yes. The Joint Commission's Do Not Use list includes MS. ISMP's suggested practice: Write the full drug name.