Dilaudid

Question 1

Dilaudid class

Answer 1

Semisynthetic opioid-morphine derivative

Question 2

Dilaudid MOA

Answer 2

Mu1 and Mu 2 receptor agonist

Question 3

Dilaudid dosage

Answer 3

IV: 0.2 - 1 mg q 2-3 hrs

Epi bolus: 1mg

Question 4

Dilaudid characteristics

Answer 4

O: 15-30 min

P: 30-90 min

D: 4-5 hrs

Question 5

Dilaudid E/M

Answer 5

Conjugation w/ glucuronic acid; renal

Question 6

Dilaudid considerations

Answer 6

5x as strong as morphine;
Large doses may cause myoclonus & agitation;
Histamine release less common than morphine