DELSYM vs DILAUDID-HP
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
68/100
Pharmacy pays
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$0.57 /mL
Type
OTC
RX
Active ingredient
DEXTROMETHORPHAN POLISTIREX
HYDROMORPHONE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Suspension, extended release
Injectable
Drug class
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Opioid Agonist
Boxed warning
None
Half-life
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about 2.3 hours (terminal elimination half-life after an intravenous dose); after an oral dose the label reports a mean T½ of about 2.6 hours for the 8 mg tablet and 2.8 hours for the oral liquid
Treats
Cough
Cough, Postoperative Pain
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Delsym and Dilaudid-Hp?
Delsym contains Dextromethorphan Polistirex, while Dilaudid-Hp contains Hydromorphone Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.