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  • Title: [Spasmolytics indication in renal colic: a literature review].
    Author: Duquenne S, Hellel M, Godinas L, De Leval J.
    Journal: Rev Med Liege; 2009 Jan; 64(1):45-8. PubMed ID: 19317102.
    Abstract:
    UNLABELLED: Spasmolytics are often prescribed by general practitioners or by emergency services as soon as renal colic is diagnosed. This practice has however been widely contested. This article presents a literature review on the efficiency of spasmolytics for the treatment of renal colic. Furthermore, it draws a comparison with daily practice, and finally summarizes side effects of this treatment. CONCLUSION: Based on the EBM review, it cannot be concluded that spasmolytics are effective in renal colic. A better practice is to use diclofenac as a unique drug, and to complement the treatment with tramadol and antalgics for uncontrolled patients. Furthermore, the use of tamsulosin is proved to be efficient for lithiasis in the lower part of the ureter.
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