I'm trying to to quit so I can pass a pre-employment drug screen without having to worry. I have chronic neck/arm pain and I have a script from my doctor but I'm worried the company won't care about that. Thanks to anyone who wants to respond.
If I take 3 10/325 norco per day, how long does it take to get out of my system for drug screen?
Question posted by missymay on 13 Sep 2010
Last updated on 13 July 2018 by Precious70
10 Answers
There is no need to go off your prescribed meds. Let the lab know what prescribed meds you're on and you should be fine. I just did this and the lab knew and confirmed my medication and passed me on my results.
Depends on how long you been on them. It usually takes about 3 to 5 days to be clear of your system. I have to go through this every spring so I can get cleared to go back to work. I did have a UA that showed Norco in it but I just had to show proof that I have a script for them.
Good luck
if you being tested you already have a job offer do not bring the bottle with you if you fail the testing company will contact you and not your employer
I'm speaking from experience and it will show up because it showed up on my pre employment drug test. And I had got my norco from the ER and it was samples and I had to get a paper saying I was there and was giving the pills. So if you do make sure you tell them before you do your drug test and take your script with you when you go!
I'm not sure if I'm doing this right, but I want to thank everyone for their answers and advice. This is not as easy as I thought it would be, but I'm trying and that's all I can do. I know that I'm within my rights by having the script but it's the way people think about you when they find out you are on pain meds. They automatically assume you abuse them when all you are doing is trying to make it through another day in pain. Let them walk in someone's shoes who has to live with pain that doesn't ever go away no matter what you take. Anyway, "thanks" for all the replies. Take care all.
missymay, it bothers me too what some people may think of me. But when it comes to pain, just tell yourself, like you already mentioned, take a walk in my shoes without medication and THEN jump to your conclusions. Or off a cliff.And really, not all people will assume that. How would anyone even know? Only your boss may know, but legally he can't say a word about it.
take care and good luck to you.
You are so correct and it's sad how people look at one that receive pain meds... these abusers has made it tough for people that really need the help as I. If they could only walk in my shoes for one day whoa!!! They would think again... but you should be ok on the job because some do appreciate honesty and you're trying. God Bless and wish you well.
I agree with all the responses, one fact however will remain, if the question is asked on the employment application. Do you take medication for any reason, or use street drugs. I would be honest and say, I have a prescription for "whatever" med you are one, let them know you need to take if once in a while for pain. It may be hard to go back after the fact and in one session answer "NO" to not taking drugs, or medications, and the test they use is one that is more sensitive finds the drugs. What then do you say, ?? You may appear dishonest to them and for sure you'll not be hired if they feel your cannot be forthright. Just an added opinion, I have worked off and on for years, taking regular prescribed medications was never an issure ever, it then again comes down to what type of work you will be doing. I wish you luck on your future employment and God Bless, take care and I hope you can work as pain free as possible. God Bless my friend.
Yep, good answer, that is true and jobs in the medical field i heard have some kind of disclosure form. Truck driving, bus driving , taxi driving do have a right to consider when someone is taking opiates, if it is in anyone's best interest that they drive, even though someone used to taking them will feel fine and function for the most part on all cylinders.
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It is standard practice for all (public service) employees in safety sensitive positions to sign off on medication forms. They also have to be signed by the prescribing physician, listing the medication prescribed, and that the patient is fully capable of of fullfiling their job responsibilities while taking this medication. It applies to all medications including those for high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, pain, etc. If you do not disclose this information, it could be grounds for dismissal. Think about it, how many train conductors, police officers, bus operators, fire fighters,etc take medications that could possibly impair their judgement? Quite a few, I'm sure.Obviously they need to see how they react to the meds and let their bodies adjust to it. But private companies are a whole 'nuther story.
Employers CAN INDEED discriminate against you depending on the job you are applying for. If you are applying for a job that requires driving or using equipment they can and should. An employee can't be under the influence legal or not and pose a risk to themselves or others.
hi missy,both answers are correct from them lovely ladies.and its you that's trying to find a job.clean your system as good as you can and take the test and hope for the best.if you have to explain then this employer can not discriminate against you for that reason. but its hard to tell if they do.just do your best and hope for it.
I hate to say this, but if someone has been on them for a while, it may take 8 days to get them out, it depends on the test they use. Some may argue with this, but I have seen it happen. If you have an RX, you really are legal to take this, so, bring the bottle with you in case you are worried it will show and you are legal.
No you don't know what your talking about.
it may also depend on how long you've been taking them too. Metabolisn and weight also play a part as medications may store in fat cells longer. drink lots of water to flush your system quicker. on average, 3 to 5 days for it to show negative. good luck with the job! chris
anywhere from 24 to 72 hours
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