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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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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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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.
Answered 9/3/2018
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