Certain medications may change the finding of the examination. Medication prescribed specially for dizziness should not be taken. A patient is encouraged to follow the provided instructions that prohibit most medications that aren’t considered life sustaining. If you’re still unsure, contact your prescribing doctor. Do not discontinue medications for blood pressure control, cardiac or circulatory problems, diabetes or other medications for similar medical disorders.
We ask that you don’t eat or drink anything for a period of three hours before the time of the test. On the day of the test, please DO NOT drink any caffeinated beverages, use any tobacco products, or wear makeup or face cream. We ask that you do not take any nonessential medications for a period of 48 hours before your appointment time, and that you avoid the following:
Anti-dizzy pills
Sleeping pills
Tranquilizers
Antihistamines
Narcotics
Over-the-counter cold or allergy medication
Medications which contain any of the above
Alcoholic beverages