This article will provide an in-depth analysis of Dilaudid and oxycodone.
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What Is Dilaudid?
More specifically, opiate analgesics act on opioid receptors to produce morphine-like effects.
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Off-Label Uses
Sometimes, healthcare professionals may prescribe a drug for non-FDA-approved uses.
This is called off-label prescribing.
What Is Oxycodone?
Like Dilaudid, oxycodone should only be used when other options are not adequate or cannot be tolerated.
More specifically, oxycodone blocks pain signals that stem from thecentral nervous system (CNS).
It also reduces the anxiety and stress that accompanies ATC pain.
Oxycodone is administered as an IR tablet, ER tablet, ER capsule, or liquid solution.
Brand-name versions of oxycodone exist, such as OxyContin and Xtampza ER.
As an off-label use, healthcare providers sometimes prescribe oxycodone for children and adolescents.
This is because dosing mistakes could occur, which can lead to accidental overdose and death.
Side Effects
The following sections will compare and contrast potential side effects associated with Dilaudid and oxycodone.
People with kidney or liver problems generally require lower doses and close monitoring.
Also, anyone who takes an opioid pain medicine should have naloxone on hand in case of overdose.
It is now available over the counter (OTC).
When an opioid overdose is suspected, naloxone hydrochloride should be administered as soon as possible.
Naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray is currently available by prescription and over the counter (OTC).
OTC options include Narcan (4 mg/spray) and ReVive (3 mg/spray).
Dilaudid
Brand-name Dilaudid is administered as oral tablets, most commonly as IR tablets.
Additionally, generic hydromorphone ER tablets are also available.
Brand-name Dilaudid is administered as an oral liquid solution and intravenously.
As mentioned above, Dilaudid is only approved for adults, not children or adolescents.
Xtampza ER, Roxicodone, and Oxycontin are brand-name versions of oxycodone.
Other drug interactions may occur with Dilaudid or oxycodone.
Which One Is Right for Me?
More data is needed to effectively compare Dilaudid and oxycodone directly.
Another consideration may be which drug is more potent or more potent.
When comparing strength, Dilaudid is more potent, or stronger, than oxycodone.
They are prescribed for pain when other non-opioid medications are not effective or cannot be tolerated.
As Schedule II controlled substances, however, they have the potential for abuse, addiction, and dependence.
Consult your healthcare provider for more information and medical advice to see if one of these medications is appropriate.
Other measures, like physical therapy, may also help with pain relief.
Keep track of your medication so you know if any medicine is missing.
Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Store at room temperature (68-77 degrees F), away from direct light, heat, and moisture.
Ask your pharmacist about the best way to dispose of your medication when you no longer need it.
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