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Why Is Codeine Positive In A Drug Test?

hi, my daughter is a Correctional Officer with a bad shoulder, just had surgery for her gall bladder removed and has had a random drug test at work. She is prescribed Hydrocodone for her shoulder and an anti-depressant. Her drug test came back positive for codeine and she is freaking out ! what would cause this as she is not a pill popping individual !
Thu, 1 Feb 2018
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Hi there, I have understood your concern and I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.

First of all do not panic.

As you might be aware that Hydrocodone is an opiate derivative.
If she is tested for doping group of drugs then she is bound to get positive results.

Also, as per your history, if she is freaking out then please get her proper counseling done for the same.
it is always safeto take precautions before hand.

I hope this answer helps you.
Thanks.
Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar
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Why Is Codeine Positive In A Drug Test?

Hi there, I have understood your concern and I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. First of all do not panic. As you might be aware that Hydrocodone is an opiate derivative. If she is tested for doping group of drugs then she is bound to get positive results. Also, as per your history, if she is freaking out then please get her proper counseling done for the same. it is always safeto take precautions before hand. I hope this answer helps you. Thanks. Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar