Pain
Hydromorphone
Dilaudid
Generic nameHydromorphone
Brand nameDilaudid
Medication classOpioid
Typical adult example1-2 mg PO when initiating; chronic doses vary
Frequencyq4-6h PRN
Common uses
Recognition cues
- Moderate-severe pain
- palliative care
EMS relevance
Assessment context
- Potent opioid - respiratory/CNS depression; tolerance may vary.