|
Definition of Hydromorphone hydrochloride
1. Noun. A narcotic analgesic (trade name Dilaudid) used to treat moderate to severe pain.
Exact synonyms: Dilaudid, Hydromorphone
Generic synonyms: Analgesic, Anodyne, Pain Pill, Painkiller
Language type: Trade Name
Generic synonyms: Analgesic, Anodyne, Pain Pill, Painkiller
Language type: Trade Name
Medical Definition of Hydromorphone hydrochloride
1. A synthetic derivative of morphine, with analgesic potency about 10 times that of morphine. Synonym: dihydromorphinone hydrochloride. (05 Mar 2000)