I have been searching for a job and this is the first job I have been contacted on that I have really been interested. My depression is undercontrol and has been for several years - but my doc has kept me on the meds (i was diagnosed as biopolar several years ago). will these drugs show up on a drug test - I do not want to list them since they are legal - I'm not so sure my employer will be forgiving of someone who has come through a depression but still needs maintenance. Thank you for your input.
2007-04-10 13:12:38 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
I would give your doctor a call and ask him or her. If they say yes, try to get a note. Drug tests and signal out certain chemicals, so I wouldn't get worried about failing the test for some kind of illegal narc.
Depression is one of the most common issues our society has to deal with these days. Most people have some form of it and many go untreated, which is the worst thing you can do.
I would also look up some employement laws and see if an employer can discriminate against one that is treated for this. I would wager a guess that they most certainly can not.
Good Luck.
2007-04-10 13:19:40 · answer #1 · answered by Drink Beer 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They sure will. Depending on the type of test. Most places use a urine sample, while others use a sample of your hair. The hair sample is the most accurate, but the medcine you are taking is sure to show even with a urine test. These are prescribed medications so you should have nothing to be concerned with. You should be able to list the medications you are taking prior to your test. I would also mention these to your prospective employer and tell him/her that they are prescribed. While your medical history is confidential, your employer has a right to know what you are taking in case it does appear in your drug test. Just be honest.
2007-04-10 13:23:38 · answer #2 · answered by David L 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to be proud of getting through you depression. That is a big accomplishment. I know I am one of those people. You should list all the drugs you take and if your employer has a problem with and you meet all the qualifications he is discriminating against you because of your mental health.
2007-04-10 13:22:36 · answer #3 · answered by Reta, Bears mommy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Xanax will stay in your system for a few days.However all drug tests need to have a certain quanitation to be positive so the more liquids you drink the more diluted the specimen is. but if you had a prescription then you could disclose that and they would let you slide but other than that... your screwed... and im not so sure about whether or not weed will show up or not
2016-04-01 07:57:31 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to list the medicine on the questionary of the drug test. The medical information is supose to be keep private according to Hippa Law. Is only between the medical laboratory and you.
2007-04-10 13:19:21 · answer #5 · answered by vrostar 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
depends on the test, but why lie?
when you take the drug test, simply list the medications you take. Your employer cannot deny you employment based on a diagnosis of depression, in fact, you could sue them if they do.
2007-04-10 13:17:28 · answer #6 · answered by Sam Fisher 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell your potential employer about your medicines. He will make the appropriate notes so they will be ignored if they show.
Congratulations on the new job!
2007-04-10 13:18:06 · answer #7 · answered by Tigger 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, it won't. trust me.
2007-04-10 13:14:51 · answer #8 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋