Let’s take a look at some of the nasty side effects of Dilaudid use and abuse.
First, 70 of the more common nastys.
Then, 30 of the more dangerous side effects. These are the ones that should make you strongly consider visiting the ER.
60 Common Dilaudid Side Effects
This is a long list… deep breathes…
Common Mood?problems
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Mood swings
- Agitation
- Irritability
- Apprehension
- Worsening of emotional wellbeing
- Exacerbation of mental illness symptoms
- Delusions
- Hallucinations
- Paranoia
- Guilt
- Shame
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Common Behavioral Problems
- Impaired interpersonal relationships
- Divorce
- Addiction
- ?Doctor shopping?
- Lying or stealing to obtain more Dilaudid
- Stealing or borrowing Dilaudid from loved ones
- Financial problems
- Hiding Dilaudid in various places around the house, car, and work
- Stray needles
- Social isolation
- Increased legal problems
- Lying to loved ones about amount of Dilaudid used
- Withdrawing from previously-enjoyed activities
- Wearing long pants and long-sleeved shirts in warm weather to cover up needle marks
Common Physical Problems
- Flushing of the face
- Nausea and vomiting
- Respiratory depression
- Stomach pain
- Dry mouth
- Itching
- Floating feelings
- Difficulties urinating
- Dizziness and lightheadedness
- Track marks on arms and legs
- Fainting
- Redness under your skin
- Increased intracranial pressure
- Muscle rigidity
- Paresthesia
- Nystagmus
- Diplopia
- Miosis
- Incarceration
- Repercussions of risky behaviors
- Frequent respiratory infections
- Respiratory respiration
- Circulatory collapse
- Myocardial infarction
- Bronchospasm
- Laryngospasm
- Biliary Tract Spasm
- Anorexia
- Diarrhea
- Cramps
- Taste?alterations
- Diaphoresis
- Urinary retention
15 Rare and Dangerous Dilaudid Side Effects
Rare Mood and Withdrawal Side Effects Dilaudid
- Severe clincal depression
- Suicidal thoughts
- Extreme Delusions
Rare Behavioural Side Effects From Dilaudid
- ?Continuing to use after severe overdoses
- Risky, reckless behaviors
- Forging prescriptions
- Frequent trips to the ER with vague somatic complaints
Rare Physical Side effects from Dilaudid
- Circulatory collapse
- Heart attack
- Domestic and child abuse
- Stroke
- Coma
- Seizures
- Bloodborne infections such as HIV/AIDS
- and…. Death. 🙁