Dilaudid Changes - RxChat (RSS)

David Says

Fri, 27 Jun 2014 03:16:41 GMT

@Chris,

The usual prescribed "starting dose" for Dilaudid is listed as 2-4mg to be taken every 4 to 6 hours. However, finding the appropriate dosage for you outside of that range is solely up to the whit & whim of your doctor, based on their evaluation.

So like BL said, I'd probably suggest calling your doctor first to verify what amount you should really be taking. Although I don't think it's uncommon for chronic pain patients to require such a dose.

Chris Says

Sun, 16 Feb 2014 17:24:00 GMT

Thanks I will do that. I think if they raise my mg I should be ok. The doctor is starting me off at a low dose , then gradually move it up. Is 8 mg every 4 hours with 12 mg extended release every 12 hours a lot? Or is that dose ok?

BL Says

Sun, 16 Feb 2014 17:13:29 GMT

You need to tell your dr if the pain medication isn't helping the pain like it is suppose to. He is the best one to decide what changes need to be made.