Drug Class
opioid analgesic
Type
brand
Active Ingredient
hydromorphone
📋Overview
Dilaudid is a brand name for hydromorphone, a powerful opioid medication. It is primarily used to manage moderate to severe pain, especially in situations where other pain relievers may not be effective. Dilaudid works by altering the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain. It is commonly associated with pain management in medical settings such as after surgery or for certain chronic conditions.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
Found an Error?
Help us keep this information accurate. If you notice any incorrect details, please submit a correction request.
Find Discounts for Dilaudid
Hospitals.net Disclosure
Hospitals.net is an independent healthcare information platform and does not provide, administer, or guarantee prescription discounts, pricing, coupons, or pharmacy participation. All discount pricing and availability shown above are provided by RxGo and its partners and are subject to change without notice.
Hospitals.net may receive a commission or referral fee if you choose to use this prescription discount service. This does not affect the price you pay at the pharmacy. Hospitals.net is not responsible for pricing accuracy, pharmacy participation, or the fulfillment of any discount offers.