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Products containing caffeine can interfere with the results
of many medical tests, including stress tests. If you are scheduled for a Persantine Stress Test or PET Study,
you will have to avoid all foods,
beverages, and other products containing caffeine for 24 hours before the test.
This includes caffeine-free and
decaffeinated beverages.
In general, caffeine is found in
coffee, tea, colas, and chocolate products. Since many over-the-counter and
prescription medications also contain caffeine, consult with your physician,
pharmacist, or nurse before taking any medication within 24 hours before your test. Do not discontinue taking any medication without first consulting
with your physician. Some common medications containing caffeine are listed
below.
What are some specific guidelines for limiting caffeine?
Beverages to Avoid that Contain Caffeine
- Chocolate milk, chocolate milkshakes, hot chocolate, and chocolate
drinks
- Cocoa mix, malt powder, chocolate flavoring
- All soda (regular, diet, and caffeine-free)
- Coffee (regular or decaffeinated)
- Tea (regular or decaffeinated)
- Chocolate or coffee liqueurs
Instead, try these beverages
- Fruit juices
- Lemonade
- Club soda or tonic water
- Water
Foods to Avoid that Contain Caffeine
- All chocolate products including brownies, cake, eclairs
- Chocolate candy including fudge, chocolate-covered coconut,
raisins, and peanuts
- Chocolate-covered graham crackers (or chocolate-flavored graham
crackers)
- Chocolate ice cream or pudding
Please note: If you are not sure if a food or beverage contains
caffeine, do not eat or drink it.
Common Over-the-Counter Drugs
Containing Caffeine
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