Hydromorphone
Indication
Immediate release capsules 1.3mg, 2.6mg Modified release capsules 2mg, 4mg, 8mg, 16mg, 24mg Solution for injection for infusion 2mg/ml, 10mg/ml
Opioid rotation in patients with intolerable side effects or inadequate response to other opioids.
Palliative Use Only
Amber level 0
Brand:
Nice TA:
Commissioning responsibility:
Palliative Use Only:
Yes
PbR excluded:
No
BNF chapter:
Central nervous system
Background
Recommendation
LSCMMG Recommendation:
Amber level 0
Reason for decision:
Suitable for GP prescribing following recommendation/initiation by specialist
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