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Hydromorphone hydrochloride

Hydromorphone hydrochloride

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Hydromorphone hydrochloride is a drug that increases narcotic effects which is a kind of pain medication.

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21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Side Effects

Common

Muscle cramps or spasms
Constipation
Dizziness
Stomach cramps
Sleepiness
Feeling anxious
Itchy rash
Flushing
Headache
Muscle spasm
Itching or burning
Excessive sweating
Loss of appetite
Cramping abdominal pain
Rash
Reduced appetite
Itchy skin

Serious

Low blood pressure
Hypersensitivity
Slow or irregular breathing
Drug problems
Illegal drug abuse

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