hydromorphone

Indication

A narcotic pain medication used to relieve pain.

Side effects

Sedation, decreased senses, dizziness, seizures, euphoria, low blood pressure, decreased heart rate, nausea, vomiting, constipation, ¯ paralytic ileus, urine retention (cannot void), respiratory depression (slowed breathing), and addiction.

Interactions and precautions
1. Use with alcohol tricyclic antidepressants, sedatives, other narcotic pain medications, antihistamines, muscle relaxants, or other depressants can increase sedation.
2. Use with anticoagulants; (Warfarin) may increase anticoagulant effect.

Usual dose

Adults: oral, 2 mg every three to six hours as needed. Paediatrics: individualized by physician.