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Dilaudid (hydromorphone) and Lortab (a combination of hydrocodone and acetaminophen) are both opioid pain medications, but they differ in potency and formulation. Dilaudid is significantly stronger than Lortab, making it more effective for severe pain, while Lortab is typically used for moderate pain relief. Additionally, Dilaudid is often administered in a hospital setting due to its potency, whereas Lortab is commonly prescribed for at-home use. Both medications carry risks of dependence and side effects, requiring careful management by healthcare providers.

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Opioids such as percocet, vicodin, dilaudid, percodan, oxycontin, lortab Benzodiazepines such as xanax, valium, Ativan Stimulants such as Adderall, concerta and Ritalin Hope this helps!


Is Lortab a narcotic?

Yes, Lortab is a narcotic analgesic.


What strengths does Dilaudid come in?

Dilaudid


What classification of drug is Dilaudid?

Dilaudid


Is Lortab good for migraine headache?

no, lortab causes you to have headaches


Can you get Lortab for rheumatoid arthritis?

Yes Hydrocodone (Vicodin, Lortab)


What is the difference between Dilaudid and norco?

ones hydromorphone and one is codeine based Actually neither is codeine based. Norco is hydrocodone and tylenol. It is the same as lortab or vicodin only with less tylenol. Hydrocodone is metabolized or broken down in the body into hydromorphone metabolites.


Can you take Lortab and Demerol together?

Can you take lortab and demerol together?


Is m367 a Lortab?

its a generic lortab called hydrocodone To be exact, the generic name for Lortab is hydrocodone/acetaminophen. However, M367 is a generic version for Lortab 10/325 (10mg hydrocodone and 325mg acetaminophen).


What does 4 mg of dilaudid compare to Percocet?

Dilaudid (hydromorphone) is a potent opioid analgesic, and 4 mg of Dilaudid is generally considered to be equivalent to about 30 mg of oral morphine. In terms of Percocet, which contains oxycodone and acetaminophen, 4 mg of Dilaudid is roughly comparable to 15-20 mg of oxycodone, depending on individual tolerance and metabolic factors. However, potency can vary between individuals, so clinical judgment and individual patient factors should always be considered.


Is 7.5 lortab the same as 500mg lortab?

No, 7.5 Lortab is not the same as 500 mg Lortab. Lortab is a combination medication that contains hydrocodone and acetaminophen. The "7.5" refers to the dosage of hydrocodone in milligrams, while "500 mg" refers to the dosage of acetaminophen in the combination. Therefore, a 7.5 Lortab contains 7.5 mg of hydrocodone and 500 mg of acetaminophen.


Does lortab and hydrocodone show up the same in a urine test?

Yes. Hydrocodone is the main drug in Lortab. The only difference in hydrocodone and lortab is that lortab contains acetaminophen as well. So no difference on a drug test