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Can i take metoprolol medication before a blood test for glucose?i was asked to fast for at least 8 hrs before the test & wonder if medication counts

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Dr. Jeffrey Webber answered

Ok: You should be fine taking medications beforehand.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 10/5/2018

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A member asked:

Can i take metoprolol medication before a blood test for glucose?i was asked to fast for at least 8 hrs before the test & wonder if medication counts

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Webber answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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