Drink plenty of water throughout the day
Aim for enough fluids to produce clear or pale yellow urine
Strain your urine to catch the stone for testing
Stay physically active if you can tolerate it
Use over-the-counter pain relief if safe for you
Take prescribed pain medicine exactly as directed
Take any prescribed alpha blocker medication as directed
Apply heat to your side or back for pain relief
Follow your doctor’s instructions on fluid intake
Avoid dehydration from sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea
Seek urgent care if you have fever, chills, severe pain, vomiting, trouble urinating, or a single kidney
Seek urgent care if symptoms worsen or you cannot keep fluids down