Stop eating and drinking for a short time if symptoms are severe
Rest in an upright or slightly reclined position
Apply a warm compress or heating pad to the upper right abdomen
Sip clear fluids if you can tolerate them
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever only if it is safe for you
Avoid fatty, greasy, or heavy foods
Avoid alcohol
Avoid large meals
Seek urgent medical care if pain is severe, lasts more than a few hours, or comes with fever, vomiting, yellowing of the skin or eyes, chest pain, or trouble breathing