Do I need to stop medications before my MRI?

For the majority of patients, taking regular medication is not a problem before an MRI scan. Tablets for common conditions such as asthma, heart disease, or high blood pressure can usually be continued as normal. What matters most is transparency. When you complete your pre-scan questionnaire, list every medicine you take, including over-the-counter treatments and supplements. This allows the radiology team to confirm that nothing interferes with the scan process.

In rare cases, certain medicines are more relevant. For example, if your scan involves contrast dye, your team may need to know about drugs affecting kidney function or clotting. The radiographer and reporting radiologist will review these details carefully to make sure it’s safe to proceed.

GetScanned’s partner clinics are CQC-regulated and follow strict safety protocols. By sharing your medication history early, you can be confident the scan will go ahead smoothly without unnecessary delays or rescheduling.