Rest and avoid strenuous activity
Sip water or clear fluids
Eat bland foods if you can tolerate them
Avoid greasy, spicy, or acidic foods
Avoid alcohol and caffeine
Try a heating pad or warm compress on the abdomen
Take an over-the-counter antacid if indigestion is the cause
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever only as directed and avoid NSAIDs if they upset your stomach
Use a laxative only if constipation is the likely cause and it is safe for you
Seek medical care if the pain is severe, persistent, or worsening
Seek urgent medical care if you have fever, vomiting, blood in stool or vomit, chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting, or a hard swollen abdomen