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Medications to help pass kidney stones. Certain medications can improve your chances of passing a stone if you are experiencing an active stone episode. The most commonly used medication is tamsulosin (Flomax). Other similar medications used for this purpose include alfuzosin, nifedipine, doxazosin, and terazosin.
Treating Kidney Stones. 1  1. Drink plenty of water and other fluids. Fluid intake will make you urinate, and urination will eventually help you pass the kidney stone. 2  2. Drink lemonade, limeade, or cranberry juice. You should look for varieties that are low in sugar, or make your own. 3  3. Take pain medication, if necessary.