What Are the Treatments for Gallstone Attack?
Patients who are in pain during a gallstone attack but have no complications may be given intravenous narcotics or ketorolac to make them more comfortable, according to University of Maryland Medical Center. Patients with acute cholecystitis—inflammation of the gallbladder—need intravenous antibiotics and fluids, pain medication and antibiotics to reduce inflammation before surgery can be performed.
