31st July 2023

A 30-year-old man presents with severe left loin pain. He describes it as colicky in nature

A 30-year-old man presents with severe left loin pain. He describes it as colicky in nature, and it radiates to the left groin. On examination, the abdomen is soft and non tender. Urinalysis shows microscopic haematuria.

Given the likely diagnosis, what is the first choice of analgesia?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.