Sip water or clear fluids slowly
Rest and avoid strenuous activity
Eat bland foods if you can tolerate food
Avoid greasy, spicy, or heavy meals
Try a warm compress or heating pad on your abdomen
Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and carbonated drinks
Take small sips of ginger or peppermint tea
Use over-the-counter antacids if appropriate
Use over-the-counter pain medicine only as directed and avoid ibuprofen or aspirin if your stomach is upset
Seek medical help if the pain is severe, persistent, or comes with fever, vomiting, blood in stool, trouble breathing, or signs of dehydration