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How Long Does Methadone Remain In The System For A Urine Test?

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Posted on Wed, 18 May 2016
Question: Been on MS Contin by pain specialist. Began drinking and went to 5 day detox. They gave me 20mg methadone fri, 15, sat, 10 sun, 5, Monday. Have to give urine to pain doc tomorrow morning. will methadone show? If I tell him I was drinking, he may terminate me, then I'm in big trouble with chronic pain and very low dopamine levels for a long time.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Matt Wachsman (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
absolutely will show

Detailed Answer:
Welcome to HCM dear,

It certainly is detectable for at least 5 days and likely longer.

BUT getting all the information from the hospital is the only way to go. Dishonesty leads down a dark path.

Please take care of Yourself.
Regards
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How Long Does Methadone Remain In The System For A Urine Test?

Brief Answer: absolutely will show Detailed Answer: Welcome to HCM dear, It certainly is detectable for at least 5 days and likely longer. BUT getting all the information from the hospital is the only way to go. Dishonesty leads down a dark path. Please take care of Yourself. Regards