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Hydromorphone – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE

Strength: 2 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 109.25

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Hydromorphone

Class: | Opioid analgesic Use: | Management of moderate to severe pain Adult dose: | 2 mg to 8 mg every 4 to 6 hours as needed; titration based on pain severity and patient response Pediatric dose: | Not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age; dosing for older children must be determined by a healthcare provider Side effects: | Drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, sweating, headache Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to hydromorphone or an

Drug Class

Opioid analgesic

Uses & Indications

Management of moderate to severe pain

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from light and moisture; keep out of reach of children

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Halo Pharmaceutical, Inc., U.S.A

Package Size

100s

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 109.25

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

2 mg to 8 mg every 4 to 6 hours as needed; titration based on pain severity and patient response

Pediatric Dose

Not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age; dosing for older children must be determined by a healthcare provider

Side Effects

Drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, sweating, headache

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to hydromorphone or any component of the formulation; severe respiratory depression; acute or severe bronchial asthma; gastrointestinal obstruction (including paralytic ileus)

Important Warnings

Risk of addiction, abuse, and misuse; may cause life-threatening respiratory depression; use with caution in patients with a history of substance use disorder; potential for overdose; avoid use with alcohol and other CNS depressants

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Hydromorphone available in UAE pharmacies:

DILAUDID-HP 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection HYDROMORPHONE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection HYDROMORPHONE 2 mg Tablets HYDROMORPHONE 4 mg Tablets HYDROMORPHONE HCL 4 mg Tablets HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE 2 mg Tablets HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE 4 mg Tablets JURNISTA 16 mg Sustained Release Tablets JURNISTA 32 mg Tablets JURNISTA 8 mg Sustained Release Tablets

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Opioid analgesic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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