Posted by Daveman on June 8, 2001, at 0:30:38
In reply to Ambien and Drug Tests, posted by Rob Orland on June 6, 2001, at 19:42:32
> Does anyone know how long Ambien stays in your system and would show up on a drug test?
Rob:
The typical drug test does include a screen for benzodiazepenes. While Ambien is not a benzodiazepene, I have seen cases where it showed up.
OTOH Ambien has an extremely short half life, of less than three hours. It should be sufficiently eliminated from your system within 48 hours not to show up on most drug screens.
You can avoid any possible questions if you have a legitimate prescription for Ambien use, by simply disclosing that fact before the test. Check to make sure your employer has a policy permitting the use of prescription medications so long as they do not interfere with the performance of your job duties (most employers do). Finally, if you are in a job where the employees are represented by a union, ask to see a copy of any relevant collective bargaining agreements, which may have limitations on what the employer may test for. Ask to speak to the union steward or a business agent if you don't know how to do this on your own.
Dave (I'm a labor lawyer in my other life:))
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