Overview of Hydromorphone Medication

• Hydromorphone is an opioid analgesic used to treat moderate to severe pain, including pain after surgery.
• It belongs to the family of narcotic pain relievers and works by increasing the ability to tolerate pain.
• This medication may be available under multiple brand names and forms.

What Will Hydromorphone Do For Me?

• Hydromorphone works on the brain to increase the ability to tolerate pain.
• The medication starts working within 30 minutes for oral forms.

How Does Hydromorphone Work?

• Hydromorphone belongs to the family of medications known as opioid analgesics (narcotic pain relievers).
• It works on the brain to increase the ability to tolerate pain.

What Form(s) Does Hydromorphone Medication Come In?

• Hydromorphone medication is available in different forms, including Hydromorphone HP, Hydromorphone HP Forte, and Hydromorphone HCl Injection USP.
• Different forms of the medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.

How Should I Use Hydromorphone Medication?

• The usual adult dose of hydromorphone taken by mouth is 2 mg to 4 mg every 4 to 6 hours as required.
• The usual adult dose of hydromorphone when given by injection is 2 mg given under the skin or into a muscle every 4 to 6 hours if necessary.
• If you miss a dose, take or use it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule.

Who Should NOT Take Hydromorphone Medication?

• Do not take hydromorphone if you are allergic to it, allergic to another opioid (narcotic) pain medications, experiencing acute alcoholism or delirium tremens, taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) in the last 14 days, have acute asthma or another obstructive airway disease, have acute respiratory depression, have a head injury or increased intracranial pressure, have severe central nervous system depression, have suspected abdominal conditions that may require surgery, or have a block.

What other drugs could interact with this medication?

Other drugs that may interact with hydromorphone include acetazolamide, alcohol, cannabis, and various medications such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, and muscle relaxants. If you are taking any medications that have a sedating effect, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Your doctor may recommend changing or stopping one of the medications or changing how you take them. However, an interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. To avoid any potential interactions, inform your doctor about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking, as well as any supplements. You should also let your prescriber know if you use caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, or street drugs since they can affect the action of many medications.

How to buy online Hydromorphone?

you can buy hydromorphone online, you should consult with a licensed healthcare provider who can assess your medical history and prescribe the medication if appropriate.