{"id":18882,"date":"2017-12-10T16:00:48","date_gmt":"2017-12-10T10:30:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18882"},"modified":"2018-07-30T14:50:51","modified_gmt":"2018-07-30T09:20:51","slug":"dilaudid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18882","title":{"rendered":"Dilaudid &#8211; Information, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug trade name: <\/strong>Dilaudid<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category: <\/strong>Opioid analgesics<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Generic name: <\/strong>hydromorphone<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Introduction and Quick Information:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dilaudid is an opioid pain medication also called narcotic pain reliever. It is considered as similar as morphine. It is used for the relief of moderate to severe pain. It acts by binding to certain receptors in nervous system and brain to reduce the pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Is Dilaudid Approved by U.S. FDA?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">The U.S. FDA has approved Dilaudid to treat moderate to severe pain in various dosage forms like a suppository, injectable-solution, and tablet.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Usage and Benefits of Dilaudid:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dilaudid is prescribed to treat pain. It is better known as the narcotic pain reliever. It <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">acts by binding certain receptors in the central nervous system and brain. It may also be used for treating cough but never recommended for use as a cough suppressant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Dilaudid Side Effects:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Some of the common side effects associated with this drug are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Confusion<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Cold<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">clammy skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Seizure (convulsions)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Feeling light-headed<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Fainting<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Severe weakness <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Shallow breathing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Slow heartbeat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Redness on your skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> Tingling<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Loss of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Sweating<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Itching<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Recommended Dosage of Dilaudid:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Take dilaudid as prescribed by the doctor to treat pain. Never try to take this medicine in a larger amount or longer than prescribed by your healthcare provider. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly as it could lead to unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dosage generally depends on numbers of a factor that is associated with patient\u2019s health and medical history such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Use of other drugs<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Patient\u2019s age and weight<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Other health conditions<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">History of drug abuse\/addiction<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Miss a Dose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">In case the dose is missed, take it as soon as you recall. If, it the time for the next dose then skip the missed dose. You may ask your doctor for further assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In case I take Overdose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Some of the common overdose symptoms may include pinpoint pupils, extreme drowsiness, cold and clammy skin, fainting, shallow breathing, weak pulse, confusion<\/span>.<span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> If you find any of these symptoms, seek medical help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Interactions with Dilaudid:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Narcotic pain relievers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> Tranquilizers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> Sedatives<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> Muscle relaxants<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"> Other medicine that causes slow breathing and makes you sleepy. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Lifestyle and Food Habits You Must Follow When on Dilaudid:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lifestyle and food habits play an important role in the treatment of any kind of health condition. Your doctor may suggest you, follow strict diet and lifestyle routine because there are some foods and day to day activities that can decrease the effect of this medicine. There are some health conditions that you should tell your doctor before starting this medicine such as:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Underactive thyroid<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Low blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Mental illness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Epilepsy or other seizure disorder<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Liver or kidney disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Enlarged prostate, urination problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Asthma, COPD, sleep apnea,<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Breathing disorders<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Addison&#8217;s disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Gallbladder disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Adrenal gland disorders<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Curvature of the spine<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">A history of head injury or brain tumor<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">A history of drug or alcohol addiction<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you have any of the above mentioned medical condition, inform the doctor before following any diet or exercise regimen.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>How Safe Is Dilaudid for Pregnant Women or Nursing Mothers?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Pregnancy category: C (<span class=\"cdef\">Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks<\/span>)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lactation: Drug excreted in breast milk; use not recommended<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Complications and Conditions Possible Due to Prolonged Use of Dilaudid:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This medicine comes in habit-forming category hence this medicine should not be taken by people with drug abuse\/addiction. Do not use Dilaudid longer than recommended as it could become an addiction. Tell your doctor if you have any sorts of allergic reaction to pain reliever drugs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Availability of Dilaudid:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">This drug is available only by prescription. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drug trade name: Dilaudid Category: Opioid analgesics Generic name: hydromorphone Introduction and Quick Information: Dilaudid is an opioid pain medication also called narcotic pain reliever. It is considered as similar as morphine. It is used for the relief of moderate to severe pain. 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