Hydromorphone 4mg

Hydromorphone 4mg – Description

Hydromorphone 4mg is a potent prescription opioid analgesic used to manage moderate to severe pain in patients who require an opioid pain reliever and for whom alternative treatments are inadequate. It contains Hydromorphone Hydrochloride, a powerful semi-synthetic narcotic derived from morphine, known for its rapid and effective pain relief.

Key Information:

• Generic Name: Hydromorphone Hydrochloride

• Brand Name: Dilaudid (commonly known)

• Strength: 4mg

• Form: Oral tablet

• Class: Opioid analgesic (narcotic)

• Use: Treatment of moderate to severe acute or chronic pain

How It Works:

Hydromorphone binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, altering the perception and emotional response to pain. It is significantly more potent than morphine, with a faster onset of action.

Common Uses:

• Post-surgical pain

• Cancer-related pain

• Severe injury or trauma

• Chronic pain in opioid-tolerant patients

Benefits:

• Strong and fast-acting pain relief

• Effective for opioid-tolerant individuals

• Available in multiple formulations for flexible dosing