Hydromorphone (Dilaudid) is marketed both in tablet and injectable forms. Its analgesic potency is two to eight times that of morphine. Hydromorphone is usually obtained by abusers through fraudulent prescriptions or theft.
Brand or Common Names:
Dilaudid
Slang Terms:
Little D, Lords
Medical Uses:
Analgesic
Duration of Effects:
3 to 6 hours
Possible Effects:
Euphoria, Drowsiness, Respiratory Depression, Constricted Pupils, Nausea, Itching Skin, Constipation, Addiction, Death
Methods of Use:
Oral, Injectedl
Effects of Overdose:
Slow and Shallow Breathing, Clammy Skin, Convulsions, Coma, Death
Withdrawal Symptoms:
Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Loss of Appetite, Yawning, Irritability, Tremors, Panic, Chills and Sweating, Cramps and Nausea