Dilaudid User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Jak...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 10, 2013

For Pain "I agree with most when you say Dilaudid works best in an IV at the hospital. The pill form works very well but just takes a bit longer for relief. I've been on many pain medicines over the years, but I find that this medication helps me to be more productive every day...pain free!"

• Vik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 8, 2014

For Pain "I recently had a heart attack on top of my cancer, and at the hospital, they gave me this medicine to help control my pain. Before I had used it, I was using oxycodone, but that had never truly worked to control my pain. Dilaudid, while also not fully relieving the pain, did a much greater job. Unfortunately, they would not allow me to take it at home, so now I am suffering because I know what it feels like to have my pain managed, and the oxycodone just isn't enough."

• Ave...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2015

For Pain "Have had Dilaudid squirted in my IV at the hospital. Works immediately within seconds and can rid you of all kinds of awful pain. It will allow a peaceful sleep, and you will be staying in a laying down position anyway because it makes you feel so loopy. After about two hours, it wears off a lot, but you still feel better than you did. Also, it can slow down your bowel movements. As with any pain med, best to get along without it, but if you desperately need it sometimes, then this is a huge relief."

• Nan...
• September 24, 2020

For Chronic Pain "I was diagnosed with transverse myelitis 11 months ago, so I suffered with bad pain. During my 3 months in the hospital, I received Dilaudid in IV the first month, 4 mg at first, then gradually down to 2 mg. Next, Dilaudid in pill form, 4 mg every 4 hours, down to 2 mg every 4 hours through the 2nd month. The 3rd month, 2 mg every 6 hours, which barely cut the intensity of the nerve pain caused by this gawd-awful disease. Once released from the hospital, I was Rx'd hydrocodone 5-325. Now this is in addition to gabapentin, Lyrica, Cymbalta, Xanax, etc. By May, I began to have what's referred to as 'saddle burn.' The burn was more like blazing! I went to the ER and was admitted and given Dilaudid again as before through my IV. I cried I was so relieved. But you can't stay in the hospital on an IV permanently, and Dilaudid is not prescribed as outpatient. So suffering is my daily routine, whether I exercise, push my walker a good 3/4 mile a day, go to pool PT, cry, get in my truck and scream, 'FATHER, why hast thou forsaken me!?' Dilaudid works."

• cod...
• November 11, 2016

For Pain "I've suffered from recurring kidney stones for about five years, and I'm only 18. After trying numerous medications to control my pain, I was given Dilaudid in my IV, and it saved me. Nothing works better for me, and if you find yourself in a situation where you have kidney stones, please talk to your doctor about Dilaudid. It'll save you a lot of time!!"

• Puf...
• June 30, 2010

For Pain "I'm a 19-year-old male. For the majority of my life, I've always suffered pain in my spine, usually my upper neck and lower back, later to find out that I have 1-2 herniated discs and 3-4 bulged discs in my C-spine neck alone. This caused constant pain, but I was never given anything but low-dose oxycodone at best, and because of my age, nobody would prescribe it. If they did, it was a blessing, but never more than once! I recently have just broken my back - my lower back that has always been in pain, as mentioned above - and broke a vertebrate disc, fractured 3 others, and chipped another, all in my L-spine (lower back). The chipped disc actually, I believe, was in my neck where my spine pain is. Dilaudid works for pain, especially if you have opiate tolerance."

• Kid...
• January 10, 2016

For Pain "I was given 1 mg IV prior to surgery. The first 30 seconds were scary, I felt warmth spreading through my body, and my vision was blurry. I was instructed to close my eyes. After the initial strangeness passed, I felt no pain at all. This is powerful, but when in pain, it did the trick quickly."

• MSP...
• July 18, 2008

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."

• sex...
• September 15, 2013

For Pain "I went to the ER because I had severe pain in my right flank area and was told I had a kidney stone. I get them quite frequently now, and I was given Dilaudid IV. I got the warm, wonderful rush and felt very floaty and quite pleasant, and I felt no pain."

• Hei...
• July 22, 2013

For Pain "It is helpful in neck and spine and helps the pain in my spine and neck and helps me be able to relax without constantly having to move in odd places to sleep and sit. Therefore, I found that this helps with little side effects, unlike other pain medications that I've been prescribed in the past."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 6, 2015

For Pain "I received this medication on multiple occasions. Typically, the situation involved me being awake for a small surgical procedure. Though this became a typical procedure that I grew used to and at times would receive with only local anesthetics, the times I had Dilaudid were far better. It reduced my anxiety for the situation and didn't cause me to feel too out of it after the procedure was done (maybe about 20 minutes?)."

• imc...
• February 5, 2019

For Cough "I take Dilaudid for severe chronic migraines, for which it is a godsend. I have now developed acute bronchitis (I assume), related to a recent chest cold. The Dilaudid has really calmed my incessant hacking and also helps any accompanying headache. I'm also taking ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and antihistamines regularly, which seems to help. I guess time is the only real cure — ugh!"

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 15, 2013

For Pain "I was in a motorcycle crash with a severely fractured wrist and was first given morphine, which sadly had zero effect on the pain. The ER then gave me Dilaudid, and it worked marvelously. I was in severe pain, and it knocked it out well with no unpleasant side effects, as many report having with morphine. I was put on a pain pump timed for every 8 minutes, and I was comfortable for the next 2 days before going home. I should mention, however, that my system processes pain medications VERY fast, so the same dose I take would likely be too strong for someone else."

• Boo...
• February 13, 2021

For Chronic Pain "I have been in chronic pain for longer than 25 years. I have been on OxyContin for many years. I have had gastric bypass with a duodenal switch, so my absorption rate is rather low. I cannot tolerate morphine sulfate because I need to have a clear head when I work. I switched to OxyContin, that worked well for some time, but the addictive properties were extremely high. I switched to Dilaudid and was extremely happy with the results. I was taking 16 to 20 mg every 4 to 6 hours, which is also a truckload. I did not receive any euphoria, but it brought my pain level down from a nine to a four, which is totally tolerable. I have been in motorcycle accidents and have been shot, I understand what a level 10 pain is. I highly recommend trying this medication if you have had problems with fogginess or lightheadedness. It really depends on what your goal is, mine is quality of life and the ability to work, have sex, ride my motorcycle, and to maintain some semblance of joy in life."

• Bet...
• October 6, 2014

For Pain "Took the top edge off of the pain caused by several broken bones in my foot, which was making life pretty difficult. I was left with what I'd describe as the pain from a bad bruise, but fairly easy to deal with."

• MMR...
• October 6, 2015

For Pain "I arrived at work and started to feel pain in my back and side of the abdomen. Since I have experienced this pain before, I recognized it as a kidney stone starting the trek down the urinary tract. After about 3 hours, the pain maxed out and was accompanied by nausea. A coworker took me to the ER, and after about 30-45 minutes of interrogation, they finally hooked me to an IV and provided a cocktail of drugs, including Dilaudid, Flomax (for urine flow), and Zofran (for nausea). Almost immediately, I felt a warm feeling all over and relaxed. I was able to doze for an hour or so, relatively pain-free. For me, the Dilaudid worked perfectly, but I didn't note the exact dosage, and it was a one-time thing."

• You...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 14, 2018

For Chronic Pain "I had ankle reconstruction surgery. They gave me 1-2 mg every 4 hours, and it did absolutely nothing to help with the pain. Sounds like only the IV is the only successful route. I had to ask for stronger meds, which did the trick. I wouldn’t bother with such a low dosage. It doesn’t do anything for you."

• Jen...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 26, 2023

For Pain "I broke my back while active duty Air Force in 2006. I found out during my L4/5, S1 fusion surgery that I'm allergic to morphine. They gave me Dilaudid, and my surgeon said he usually only gives it to men. Thank God I got it because nothing has ever worked for me. I got dependent on everything other than Dilaudid... Oxy, Vicodin, Percocet... Vicodin 2 mg keeps me relatively somewhat pain-free and able to function. Dilaudid has probably saved my life because I can sometimes understand why people give up. The Air Force had me on seven pills at once, and I was able to get down to Dilaudid. A life of chronic pain is not a life anyone deserves."

• Anonymous
• April 4, 2009

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 my pain level within my pain tolerance range."

• Kro...
• October 22, 2009

For Pain "After fracturing my L1, L2, L3, L4, L5 in a car accident two years ago, Dilaudid 4 mg three times a day plus Methadone 10 mg three times a day has been the ONLY combination that allows me to have a life. I've been through so many doctors, it's sad. Believe me, if I could be pain-free without medicines, I would. My pain level now is a steady 4. Before Dilaudid, nothing worked."

• kan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 8, 2013

For Pain "Was given tab form while in hospital for severe pneumonia and bleeding ulcers, vomiting blood. Worked extremely well, asleep within 30 min with no noticeable pain for 2+ hrs. No side effects noticeable. Although duration is short, I would take it again."

• sop...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 1, 2016

For Pain "I gave this medication a 5 and here's why. When I was in the hospital and Dilaudid was put in my IV, it managed my pain GREAT. It kept me mostly pain-free and comfortable enough to be able to sleep at night. Wonderful for my back pain. Now, on the other hand, ORAL DILAUDID does not work at all. I thought it was just me after I was Rx'd them for BT pain, but my pharmacist agrees. So I give Dilaudid that's given through an IV a 10, but the ORAL formulation of this medication I give a 0. Again, this is not just me, my pharmacy told me they've gotten many complaints of ORAL Dilaudid not providing relief."

• lit...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 23, 2017

For Chronic Pain "I was experiencing pain in my hips like never before. Because I had no insurance, finding any relief meant a trip to the ER. Finally, I was approved for medication. After waiting longer than I should have for care, I saw a doctor that said I have aseptic necrosis. What is this? It is the interruption of blood supply. Without blood, the bone tissue dies and the bone collapses. Treatment is total hip replacement. I have had my right done. It was collapsed. Very painful! Now waiting on my left. That is not the end. My shoulders need replacement. I was prescribed 60 mg Hysingla ER (hydrocodone bitartrate). It was not for me. My doctor finally decided on Dilaudid 4 mg. Thank God! Thinking he needs to up my dose. Much better now!"

• Col...
• July 17, 2008

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. I was taking MS Contin for 5 years, and it started to lose its effect. I started the Dilaudid 2 years ago, and I'm still doing well with it. Without it, I would have a constant pain level of 8 to 9.5 and be 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 I can do some woodworking with a little lathe."

• Bac...
• September 14, 2016

For Chronic Pain "In September 2006, I was in a bus accident. I had been in such pain, nothing was working. My blood pressure would skyrocket due to the pain, nothing was helping until I got the Dilaudid IV in the hospital. I also have to take Zofran for nausea. I had undergone 5 back surgeries in 10 years. I never needed pain medication until the bus accident. They tried Toradol, morphine, Percocet, but nothing helped. I was on a high dosage of Dilaudid for 3 years until my screws were removed in November 2013. I have been going off Dilaudid for 3 years now. I take 3.4 mg tabs a day, it takes almost 1 hour to work, but it only helps the pain for about 3-4 hours. This should only be used when nothing else will. I am so thankful."