| Brand Name | Dilaudid |
| Generic Name | Hydromorphone |
| Drug Class | Opioid Analgesic |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Purdue Pharma |
| Indications | IBS-D (Moderate to severe abdominal pain) |
| Type | Tablet, Injection, Suppository |
| Doses | 2-4 mg orally every 4-6 hours as needed for pain |
| Route | Oral, IV |
| Side Effects | Drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, constipation, respiratory depression |
| Interactions | Potentiated by CNS depressants; risk of respiratory depression |
| Overdose | Respiratory depression, sedation. |
| Missed Dose | Take ASAP unless time for next dose. |
| Contraindications | Respiratory depression, head injuries, paralytic ileus. |
| Alternatives | Morphine, Oxycodone |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available Rx |
| Patient Assistance Program | Not available |
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Hydromorphone is a potent opioid analgesic used to treat moderate to severe pain.
Hydromorphone works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, reducing the perception of pain.
Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, and constipation.
Yes, Hydromorphone can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
Hydromorphone should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the risk to the fetus. Consult your doctor for advice.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it's almost time for the next dose. Do not take two doses at once.
Hydromorphone can interact with other central nervous system depressants, such as benzodiazepines, increasing the risk of serious side effects.
Hydromorphone typically begins to relieve pain within 30 minutes of oral administration, with peak effects occurring within 1-2 hours.
Long-term use of Hydromorphone should be closely monitored due to the risk of dependence, tolerance, and side effects.
If you experience severe side effects such as difficulty breathing or severe drowsiness, seek medical attention immediately.
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