Posted by Springtime on August 7, 2001, at 21:36:56
I'm looking for info on employer drug testing. I take xanax and inderal for Panic Disorder. I have heard that I should tell the employer what legally prescribed drugs I take but that they can't ask why. Is this correct? I'm applying for a Phlebotomist/LabTech position at a hospital with 6 years experience (I'm sure they will know why I take the two drugs) but I don't really want to tell them I have PD. I was thinking that if they ask why I take the xanax I will just tell them that it is for occasional insomnia and anxiety. Can they tell how much of the xanax I take? I would like to be as honest as possible. This is kind of a sticky situation as xanax can cause cognitive impairments but I have been taking it for over 5 yrs, am a senior in college with over a 3.5 GPA. I really don't feel like it causes any cognitive problems for me. I am a little concerned about this as I've never been tested before and am not quite sure how to handle the situation. Any info, legal or from personal experience, will be much appreciated. Thanks
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