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Is It Possible That Introduction Of Hydromorphine Has Contributed To Weakness, Cough And Tachycardia?
My sister has advanced metastatic breast cancer . She is 42 years of age and is now bedridden. Is it possible introduction of hydromorphine has contributed to weakness given SOB, cough and tachycardia began with use of this drug in July of 2012? Onc will stop current chemo pending results of chest x-ray . No other treatment options. email - YYYY@YYYY
Thu, 18 Jul 2013
Hi and welcome to Healthcare magic.Thank you for the query.
Yes, this not unusual side effect of opioid analgesia and it should be stopped immidiately. There are some other painkilers which can be used so consult your doctor about it.
Wish you good health. Regards
Yes, this not unusual side effect of opioid analgesia and it should be stopped immidiately. There are some other painkilers which can be used so consult your doctor about it.
Wish you good health. Regards
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