Substances in Supplements That Can Trigger False Positive Drug Tests

 

False positive drug test results can be triggered by various substances found in dietary supplements. Here are some common examples:

 

1. **Ephedrine and Pseudoephedrine**: These substances, commonly found in weight loss and energy supplements, can cause false positives for amphetamines.

 

2. **Hemp and CBD Products**: Although hemp and CBD are legal in many places, they can contain trace amounts of THC, leading to false positives for marijuana.

 

3. **Poppy Seeds**: Poppy seeds, often found in health foods, can result in false positives for opiates due to their natural opium alkaloids.

 

4. **B Vitamins (Riboflavin)**: Supplements containing high levels of riboflavin (Vitamin B2), which can be derived from hemp oil, might cause false positives for THC.

 

5. **Decongestants**: Phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine, found in many over-the-counter decongestants and supplements, can result in false positives for amphetamines or methamphetamines.

 

6. **Antidepressants**: Certain antidepressants, such as sertraline (Zoloft), can sometimes cause false positives for benzodiazepines or LSD.

 

7. **NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)**: Ibuprofen and naproxen have been reported to cause false positives for marijuana and barbiturates, respectively.

 

8. **Weight Loss Supplements**: Ingredients like phentermine, often used in weight loss supplements, can cause false positives for amphetamines.

 

9. **Pain Relievers**: Tramadol and other synthetic opioids can sometimes trigger false positives for PCP or other opioids.

 

10. **Antibiotics**: Some antibiotics, like rifampin, can cause false positives for opiates.

 

11. **Antihistamines**: Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) can result in false positives for PCP.

 

To avoid false positives, it's crucial to disclose all supplements and medications you're taking to the testing agency before undergoing a drug test. If a false positive is suspected, confirmatory testing using more specific methods like gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) can be requested to rule out any errors.

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