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Should i take ibuprofen or diclofenac for renal colic pain (kidney stone)?
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Neither: NSAIDs are not effective for renal colic. You need stronger pain meds, usually opioids
Answered 5/16/2019
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Pain: Both are equally good. Bad renal comics may need morphine and NSAIDs may not be enough.
Answered 4/11/2017
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