Know what to do, and when not to wait.

Start with simple steps. If symptoms continue, medicine should be selected after reviewing your health and current medications.

A symptom-based plan

From symptom to the right next step

Each card gives you a safe starting point and an option you may discuss with your doctor.

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Nausea

Eat small meals slowly, reduce fatty and spicy foods, and take frequent sips of fluid.

After consulting your doctorDompyA doctor may prescribe it briefly after reviewing heart rhythm, electrolytes, and interacting medicines. It is not suitable for everyone.

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Constipation

Increase fluids, move daily, and add fibre gradually. Do not wait until pain becomes severe.

After asking your doctor or pharmacistMovicolA macrogol option for constipation. Do not use it with severe pain, abdominal swelling and vomiting, or inability to pass gas. Bowel obstruction must first be excluded.

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Heartburn and belching

Reduce portion size, avoid spicy and fatty foods, and do not lie down for 2–3 hours after eating.

If it continuesAcid-reducing medicines such as NexiumNexium (esomeprazole) reduces stomach acid. Your doctor or pharmacist can choose the right option based on your symptoms and medicines. New or persistent heartburn needs assessment.

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Diarrhoea

Take fluids and oral rehydration solution in small amounts and eat light meals. Watch for dizziness or reduced urine.

Contact usIf it persists or you develop blood or feverDo not start an anti-diarrhoeal medicine before assessment if you have fever, blood, or severe pain.

Seek urgent medical assessment

Do not wait with these warning signs

Severe, persistent upper abdominal pain or pain spreading to the back.
Repeated vomiting or inability to keep fluids down.
Severe abdominal swelling with pain and inability to pass gas or stool.
Swelling of the face or tongue, or difficulty breathing.
Upper-right abdominal pain with fever or yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Severe dizziness, fainting, palpitations, or clearly reduced urine.