Did you know that drug tests can delivery false information?
Don't miss out on an amazing job opportunity because you weren't prepared!
False Positives: A “false positive” occurs when a drug test mistakenly identifies legal substances in your system as illicit drugs.
This can have serious consequences for your career, education, or job prospects.
Commonly Screened Drugs:
Drug tests typically look for amphetamines/methamphetamines, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, marijuana, cocaine, PCP, methadone, and opioids (narcotics).
Medications to Watch Out For:
Analgesics/NSAIDs: Over-the-counter pain relievers like Advil (ibuprofen) and Aleve (naproxen) can lead to false positives for barbiturates and even THC (marijuana/cannabinoids) Daypro (oxaprozin), prescribed for arthritis, might trigger a false positive for benzodiazepines.
The pain medication tramadol could result in a false positive for PCP.
Antidepressants like bupropion (Wellbutrin), fluoxetine (Prozac), and trazodone (Desyrel) can also cause false positives.
Tips to Be Prepared:
Know Your Meds:
Familiarize yourself with the medications you’re taking. Read the fine print and warnings provided by your pharmacist.
Communicate:
If you’re facing a drug test, inform the testing facility about any medications you’re on. Transparency is key!
Keep Records:
Maintain a list of your medications, including dosages and frequency. This can be handy during drug testing discussions.
Consult Your Doctor:
f you’re concerned about false positives, talk to your healthcare provider. They can guide you on managing medications and testing.
Remember, no drug test is 100% accurate, and false positives happen.
Stay informed, advocate for yourself, and stay on the right side of the test!