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Why Do I Need To Be Tested For Drug When I Have A Prespcrition For Pain.
I was given a for prespcrition for pain. I had to sign an from?? and was told that by signing the form that I gave consent to be drug tested? why do I need to be tested for drug when I have an prespcrition for pain. And for what drugs are they testing for?
Mon, 10 Mar 2014
Hi and thanks so much for this query.
The testing is a way to make sure patients receiving pain medications are actually consuming them and not passing them on to abusers. This is because there have been patients who collect prescription medications that they do not need just to pass it on to others who abuse it in the society. so, do not be afraid as long as you take your medications right.
I hope this helps. i wish you well and feel free to ask for more clarifiction and information if need be. Thanks.
Dr. Ivo, C.
The testing is a way to make sure patients receiving pain medications are actually consuming them and not passing them on to abusers. This is because there have been patients who collect prescription medications that they do not need just to pass it on to others who abuse it in the society. so, do not be afraid as long as you take your medications right.
I hope this helps. i wish you well and feel free to ask for more clarifiction and information if need be. Thanks.
Dr. Ivo, C.
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