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Can Prescription Medications Show Up on Urine Drug Tests?

4 min read
According to research from Boston Medical Center, drug tests produce false positives in 5% to 10% of cases, often triggered by prescription medications. This can cause a significant concern for individuals facing employment, probation, or medical screenings, all of whom wonder, "Can prescription medications show up on urine drug tests?". This article explores how and why legally prescribed drugs can interfere with standard drug screenings and explains the necessary steps to verify your results.