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Medicines dobutamine hydrochlorideQuestion & answer

dobutamine hydrochloride · Medicine question

Should beta-blockers be stopped before a dobutamine stress test?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

They can blunt the test response, but instructions vary. Do not stop them yourself; follow the cardiac testing team’s directions.

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Dobutamine 5 mg/ml solution for infusionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 10
NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance

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