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Before holter monitoring, should you stop your beta blocker for the 24 hours prior to and during the test?

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Dr. Martin Linder answered

No: Beta blockers usually are not stopped for holtor monitoring but you should check with your ordering doctor to make sure.

Answered 9/3/2018

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Dr. Barton Cook answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Depends: You should be told by your physician if you are to alter your medication in any way prior to a test. Do not stop your medication unless you are told to do so.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 9/3/2018

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A member asked:

Before holter monitoring, should you stop your beta blocker for the 24 hours prior to and during the test?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Martin Linder answered

Dr. Barton Cook answered

Dr Villaplana agreed

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