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How Long Does Nicotine Stay In The System?
I don t smoke often, but in the past 5 days I ve been smoke-free. I had a cigarette this morning and was informed that in 48-72 hours I have to submit a cotinine test for employment. If I flush system and avoid secondhand smoke, would I be able to pass the test?
Mon, 1 Oct 2018
Hello,
* The average half-life of nicotine in blood is around 130 - 140 minutes.
* So if you maintain hydration with plenty of liquids, avoid second-hand smoke, then after 3 days, you will be having very negligible Nicotine in the system.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Purva Patel, General & Family Physician
* The average half-life of nicotine in blood is around 130 - 140 minutes.
* So if you maintain hydration with plenty of liquids, avoid second-hand smoke, then after 3 days, you will be having very negligible Nicotine in the system.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Purva Patel, General & Family Physician
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