User Reviews for Dilaudid

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: Dilaudid worked wonders for my kidney stones. I had a 8.5mm stone in my right kidney. They gave 2mg of Dilaudid through i.v. in ER and I didn't fill much pain after that.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: This medication helps me a lot, for pain due to major surgery.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I've been on pain medicines since I was 8, for degenerative disc disease. Starting when I was 24 and after surgery for herniated discs (L3-L4, L4-L5) I went through quite a few medicine trials before I found Ultram. This one worked great until my L5-S1 herniated and the last epidural I received triggered severe sciatic pain. After a visit to the ED, I was given Dilaudid 2mg intramuscularly and sent home with a script for the oral 2mg 1-2 tablets as needed. Between Ultram, Gabapentin and Dilaudid (alternating Ultram during the day and Dilaudid at night), I can still keep working for a little while longer until the next spinal surgery. Ultram does not replace Dilaudid, but I found it keeps me alert and pain level within my pain tolerance range.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I was given dilaudid by iv while I was pregnant, for gallstone pain. I was so depressed because I stayed sick and in pain and I couldn't experience the joys of being pregnant. But dilaudid allowed me to be a little bit more comfortable.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: For those in Canada suffering from chronic pain, the long-acting version, Hydromorph Contin, is wonderful when combined with the Dilaudid for breakthrough pain. I take 9mg (6mg 3mg pills) twice a day, plus the 4mg of dilaudid for the breakthrough pain. Only bad thing I can say about it is that my tolerance level for this, and other medications, is very high. And I'm only 27 years old.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I received 1st, 2nd and 3rd degree burns (10% Body - when water was split on my leg and lap) that ended up getting infected while on vacation. I had received some other medicines at 2 different ER visits before flying home (before the burns were infected), but when I arrived at my doctor he prescribed Dilaudid pills for me (2mg each to be taken 4 times daily). I about died each day. I could "fill them working for about 1-2 hours but the next 4-5 was torture. I soon changed to a "weaker drug" that worked better on me. I have been given Dilaudid Shots of 2mg at the ER for migraines, but when taken orally the medicine does not go into the system fast enough or for long enough.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: Worked well for migraines when given intravenously. Have not tried pill form yet but have prescription.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: Went to the ER because of sciatic nerve pressure for severe pain and multiple muscles spasms that would not stop. 2 injections of dilaudid had no effect at all. Tried some 4mg oral dilaudid tablets and no effect at all. This is most likely a very effective pain reliever but this indicates that not all pain relievers work on me. Doctors don't believe me so I almost always refuse to take any pain medication. I think I need to be studied.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I am a 62-yr old woman with a number of health-related issues that cause chronic and sometimes acute pain; including three herniated disks (C3-C6), lower back pain and bad knees. Percocet, Darvocet and Vicodin upset my stomach, so I've only been on Lodine 2x day for the past two years. My doctor suggested a trial on Dilaudid - 2mg to 4mg every 4-6 hours until I can have a knee replacement. 2mg did not make me pain-free, but definitely was an improvement. However, 4mg allowed me to walk without pain for the first time in months. It makes me sleepy, but aside from that there have been no unpleasant side effects. Dilaudid is a wonder drug for anyone who experiences chronic pain.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone): I am a breast cancer survivor. TThe treatment left me with nerve damage in my legs from the Taxol I received. My oncologist has me on Dilaudid. Have taken for 1 1/2 years. It is so wonderful. Stops pain great and I don't feel drugged like with other pain medicines.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: Dilaudid is a powerful drug that works great. I found my tolerance for it raised and an increase in dosage was needed.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: This drug is very effective. I had surgery earlier today on my rectum, and I get complete relief from four milligrams taken by mouth. The sole side effect appears to be a degree of sleepiness, but compared to other drugs of similar potency, this one seems to induce minimal impairment. The horrors (hallucinations) are readily controlled by a small amount of valium.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: Great.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: While I was in the Emergency Room the doctors diagonosis was that I had a blood clot in the right lung. I was given morphine, which didn't work, they then gave me Dilaudid and it was a wonderful pain reliever. Thank you for the pharmaceutical advances that have been made to help me in my hours of pain.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I broke my ankle in 4 places. I was given an injection of this in the ER so they could do a closed reduction of my fracture. Despite being given 4 shots total, I didn't get any relief.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone): I have an anal-rectal abscess, and as you can imagine, it is debilitatingly painful. Once it is drained, all will be well, but the thing is, the doctors cannot drain it until it is 'ripe', which won't be for another 3-4 days. 3 days ago, after having this thing growing in me for over a week, I finally went to the walk in clinic, and they gave me antibiotics, and 30 T3s. The T3s I ate like candy, did NOTHING for the pain, and only helped with the fever like symptons these abscesses comes with, and knocked me out. Just got back from the doctor, and he prescribed me Dilaudid, 8 mg tablets, and so far I've only taken one, but I can walk almost normally for the first time in almost two weeks, wihtout grunting and wincing in pain.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I had this when I was in the hospital (9 times in 2 years). It is the best medicine I have ever used. I hate the feeling pain medicines give you. This one just made me sleepy and pain free. Too bad they wouldn't let me take it at home. I am now on the fentanyl patch instead.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: Since my doctor prescribed Dilaudid I can tell a world of difference. It actually controls my pain to the extent that I can carry out my daily routine. I am very pleassed.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: This medication helps with my break through pain.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: Very good drug for my pain management. Causes slight drowsiness. Highly reccomended if your doctor will prescribe.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I was given Dilaudid after being in the hospital for bowel obstruction. Worst pain of my LIFE! In IV form its amazing, total pain relief in 60 seconds. It was hard to get perscribed in pill form but finally found a pain doctor that agreed it was a better drug for me. I now take 4mg pills every 6-8 hours and can lead a normal life. There are no side effects, but it is hard to get a script for. Take only as doctor says, DO NOT take more.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I take dilaudid for a severe kidney stone condition. I take the pills at home (4mg), although I start by cutting them in half and only take 2mg to start. If 2mg don't help, I take the other half of the pill for a total of 4mg. I take the dilaudid in combination with MS Contin. Like many others have said, I have tried many other pain medications and dilaudid is the ONLY thing that helps me with my pain. Morphine does not help (it makes me very sick - although the long acting MS Contin is ok). When the pills are not able to control my pain, or after surgery I take IV dilaudid, and this is the best pain medication. There have been times I've been curled in a ball in tears the pain has been so bad and this works instantly.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: Great pain narcotic, works in about 20 minutes after oral administration. I am on 4 mg tablets, every six hours, usually one a day does the trick. I also take it in conjuction with 30mg of Oxycontin ER. I can actually get out of bed and do something. Be advised though that withdrwals could be severe. I had withdrawls after last dose twelve hours ago, so you must taper off. Do it with your doctors help though.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I have suffered with chronic uncontrolled migraines for 19 years now. Recently during an episode I had to be taken to the ER and was given Dilaudid as I.V. It has been the only thing that has given me relief, the best medicine I've ever used, and believe me, I've used most all of them.

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) for Pain: I've had chronic back and neck pain for over 10 years and drugs like Vicodin, Lorcet and others like them quit working. Was taking MS Contin for 5 years and it started to loose its effect. Started the Dilaudid 2 years ago and still doing well with it. Without it I would have a constant pain level of 8 to 9.5 and unable to do anything. With it my pain level runs 4 to 6 and I'm able to do some things. I've been unable to work for 10 years but now can do some wood working with a little lathe.