Dilaudid Rx – 4mg (yellow)

Hydromorphone 4 mg (often recognized by the brand name Dilaudid) is a prescription opioid used to treat moderate to severe pain when non-opioid pain medications are not sufficient. The color of a tablet (such as yellow) varies by manufacturer and should not be used to identify a medication.

💪 Body

• 🩹 Relieves moderate to severe pain from surgery, injury, cancer, or other serious conditions.
• ⚡ Fast-acting pain relief (immediate-release formulations) for breakthrough or acute pain.
• 🚶 May improve mobility by reducing pain that limits everyday activities.
• 🌙 Can improve sleep when pain is the main cause of nighttime discomfort.

🧠 Mind

• 😌 Reduces pain-related stress by decreasing pain intensity.
• 💙 May improve quality of life by allowing greater comfort during daily activities.
• 🏥 Supports recovery by making rehabilitation or normal movement more manageable when appropriate.

Common Side Effects

• 😴 Drowsiness
• 🤢 Nausea or vomiting
• 💩 Constipation
• 😵 Dizziness
• 😮‍💨 Dry mouth
• 😰 Sweating

Important Safety Information

• ⚠️ Hydromorphone has a high risk of dependence, misuse, addiction, overdose, and life-threatening respiratory depression.
• 🚫 Do not combine it with alcohol, benzodiazepines (such as lorazepam or clonazepam), or other sedating medications unless specifically directed by your healthcare provider.
• 🚗 It can impair alertness and coordination, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• 📋 Take it only as prescribed. Taking more than prescribed or using it in a way other than directed can significantly increase the risk of serious harm.