Rest and avoid strenuous activity
Sip water slowly
Try clear fluids like broth or oral rehydration solution
Eat bland foods if you can tolerate them
Avoid greasy, spicy, or heavy foods
Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and carbonated drinks
Try a warm compress or heating pad on the abdomen
Sit upright or lie in a comfortable position
Take small, frequent sips instead of large amounts
Consider ginger or peppermint tea if tolerated
Use over-the-counter antacids if indigestion is the cause
Use over-the-counter simethicone if gas is the cause
Avoid taking pain relievers on an empty stomach
Seek medical care if pain is severe, persistent, or worsening
Seek medical care if you have fever, vomiting, blood in stool, black stool, chest pain, trouble breathing, or signs of dehydration