for example, pethidine (not morphine - this is because morphine causes contraction of the sphincter of Oddi (gallstones may aggravate condition e.g. acute pancreatitis)
if renal colic then also use a non-steroidal e.g. voltarol
an antispasmodic may be useful if colicky pain
other procedures
give O2 (if patient is breathless)
CVP line may be necessary
intravenous antibiotics if infection is suspected e.g. diverticulitis
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