Lege artis medicinae : új magyar orvosi hírmondó
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The hydromorphone is a potent semisynthetic opioid agonist which is available in several forms including injection immediately release or retard tablets. Its analgesic efficacy surpasses morphine. The absorption of oral osmotic retard tablet is independent from food- or alcohol-consumption providing steady plasma concentration by once daily application. The clinical pharmacology of hydromorphone is summarized.