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Dilaudid 4mg is a brand name for hydromorphone, which is an opioid analgesic used for the management of moderate to severe pain.Dilaudid 4mg (hydromorphone) is prescribed to relieve moderate to severe pain. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, altering the perception of pain.Hydromorphone is considered more potent than morphine on a milligram-to-milligram basis, meaning smaller doses can produce similar pain-relieving effects compared to larger doses of morphine.Dilaudid 4mg is available in various formulations, including oral tablets, liquid, and injectable forms. The injectable form is often used in hospitals for more immediate pain relief.

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