I recently tested positive for methadone, but I have never taken it. It was detected in both my urine and mouth swab on different days. The mouth swab was retested to check for a false positive, and it was still positive. My boyfriend is currently on methadone and receives his dose daily at the clinic, but he cannot take it out, and I cannot go into the clinic. Is it possible for methadone to be transferred to me in any way?

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

General Practitioner

MBBS
15+ Yrs

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Methadone is not transmissible in significant amounts via saliva or skin. False positives can occur due to cross reactive substances. You may request a GC MS confirmatory test. Unintentional transfer via shared items is extremely rare. If confirmed positive again, revisit all medications and foods consumed.

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Take a DRUG SCREEN (OPI/COC/AMP/THC) - URINE Test

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