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Which drugs are tested?
The urine will be tested for:
Marijuana (THC)
Cocaine “Crack”
PCP “Angel Dust”
Opiates (Codeine, Morphine, Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone, Oxycodone, and Methadone)
Amphetamines (Amphetamine, Methamphetamine, and Ecstasy (MDMA))
Benzodiazepines (Anti-anxiety drugs)
Barbiturates
Tricyclic Antidepressants (Prescription drug with low abuse potential) |
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Why test at home?
- Gets parents and loved ones talking about drug use
- Deterrent - The TeenSavers® Home Drug Cup in the house will help with peer pressure and the temptation to experiment with drugs
- Confidential - An anonymous unique ID number is used
- Easy to use – Complete, easy to use and simple instructions are provided
- If a Preliminary Positive – Use Preaddressed shipping box and affix postage. Drop in any mailbox, call our toll free number
(866-728-7833) for results
- Affordable- No medical or other collection charges.
- Interpretation of Results- Our Customer Service Group answers your questions
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What does a negative test result mean?
A negative result does not guarantee the absence of drugs. It means that the drugs tested were either not present or may be below our ability to detect the drugs. If you suspect that drug abuse is present, we recommend an evaluation by a counselor. A repeat urine test with TeenSavers® Home Drug Kit may also be indicated. |
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What if this preliminary test is positive?
The test must be sent to the lab for confirmation. This initial test provides only a preliminary screen. See steps above to confirm a result. |
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What if it is still positive after confirmation?
TeenSavers® wants to give you all the tools necessary to deal with a positive test result. Depending on the drug, a positive result may be due to a prescription drug. It is best to call our toll free customer service number 866-728-7833 to see if your result may be due to a prescription. |
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How long are drugs detected on a urine drug test?
DRUG RETENTION TIME
Amphetamine 2-3 days
Methamphetamine
Ecstasy (MDMA)
Cocaine 2-3 days
(Crack)
Marijuana (THC)
(times are only approximations)
Infrequent smoker Days-1 week
Moderate smoker Days-Weeks
Chronic smoker Several Weeks
Opiates 2-3 days
(Codeine, Morphine, Hydrocodone,
Hydromorphone, Oxycodone, Heroin)
Phencyclidine 1-7 days
(PCP, Angel Dust)
(Chronic use may be up to 30 days)
Benzodiazepines Up to 2 weeks
(Such as Diazepam, Oxazepam,
Chlordiazepoxide, Alprazolam, Chlorazepate and others)
Barbiturates
Short Acting (such as pentobarbital) 1 day
Intermediate Acting (such as butalbital) 2-3 days
Long Acting (such as phenobarbital) Several Weeks
Methadone 1 week
Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs) 2 weeks
(Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline, Imipramine, Desipramine)
Times presented are only a general guideline. |
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What are the effects of drugs on the body?
Drugs of abuse affect the brain and either:
• slow down actions and reactions (depress)
• speed up actions and reactions (stimulate)
Drugs such as marijuana (active ingredient THC), opiates (such as codeine, morphine, heroin and alcohol are depressants while amphetamines and cocaine are stimulants.
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Marijuana
What some signs of marijuana use?
- rapid loud talking and bursts of laughter
- sleepiness in later stages
- forgetfulness
- reduced concentration and coordination
- inflammation in whites of eyes
- pupils likely to be dilated
- hunger
- odor similar to burnt rope on clothing or breath
- tendency to drive cars slowly, below speed limit
- distorted sense of time passage
- use or possession of paraphernalia (rolling papers, pipes, dried
plant material, roach clips)
Marijuana affects skills needed for safe driving. Thinking and reflexes are slowed, making it hard to respond to sudden events. A driver’s ability to “track” through curves, brake quickly, maintain proper speed and distance between vehicles, is affected. Research shows that these skills are impaired for at least four to six hours after smoking a single marijuana cigarette. |
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How many people smoke marijuana? At what age do children generally start?
A recent government survey tells us:
Over 70 million Americans over the age of 12 have tried marijuana at least once. About 10 million had used the drug in the month before the survey. More than 5 million Americans smoke marijuana at least once a week. Among teens aged 12 to 17, the average age of first trying marijuana was 13.5 years old. A yearly survey of students in grades 8 through 12 shows that by 10th grade, nearly 16 percent are “current” users (that is, used within the past month). Among 12th-graders, nearly 40 percent have tried marijuana at least once, and 19 percent were current users. The use of marijuana and other drugs usually peaks in the late teens and early twenties, then goes down in later years. |
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How can I tell if my child has been using marijuana?
There are some signs you might be able to see. He or she might seem dizzy and have trouble walking, seem silly and giggly for no reason, have very red, bloodshot eyes; and have a hard time remembering things that just happened. When the early effects fade, over a few hours, the user can become very sleepy.
Parents should be aware of changes in their child’s behavior. Parents should look for withdrawal, depression, fatigue, carelessness with grooming, hostility, and deteriorating relationships with family members and friends. Changes in school performance, increased absenteeism, lost interest in sports or other favorite activities. Changes in eating or sleeping habits could be related to drug use. However, these signs may also indicate problems other than use of drugs.
In addition, parents should be aware of signs of drugs and drug paraphernalia, including pipes and rolling papers, odor on clothes and in the bedroom, use of incense and other deodorizers, use of eye drops, and clothing, posters, jewelry, etc., promoting drug use.
Can a donor test positive through second hand smoke because he was in the same room with someone smoking marijuana?
It has been shown that it is possible to have detectable levels of THC from passive inhalation however not likely with the 50 ng/mL cutoff. It is possible under extreme conditions (like being in a tiny room with no ventilation for an extended period of time with many people smoking). It is not going to happen with exposure to smoke at a party or a concert. |
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How long is marijuana detectable on a urine test?
Marijuana is a fat soluble drug. If a person is a first time user, it will probably all be out of the system in about 5 days. For chronic users (several times a week for a long period of time) marijuana is stored in the fat and slowly released over time. In this case, marijuana can be detected for weeks after they have stopped using marijuana. |
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Cocaine “Crack”
What is the difference between “Crack” and Cocaine?
Cocaine is an anesthetic which stimulates the brain. It is snorted (inhaled through the nose), injected, or, smoked by inhaling its vapors. It is sometimes called coke, toot, and nose candy. In its’ free-base form it is sometimes called rock, crack, or base. The effects of the drug begin within minutes after entering the system and start with a brief intense feeling of well-being, which peaks within 15 to 20 minutes and is followed by depression. |
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What are the signs of cocaine or “crack” use?
- dilated pupils.
- dry mouth and nose.
- frequent lip licking.
- excessive restless activity.
- difficulty sitting still.
- lack of interest in food or sleep.
- irritable, argumentative, nervous.
- talkative (conversation often lacks continuity).
- subjects change rapidly.
- runny nose.
- chronic cold or sinus/nasal problems.
- nosebleeds and use or possession of paraphernalia (glass vials, glass pipe, white.
- crystalline powder, razor blades, syringes, needle marks)
- experience severe shifts in mood.
- extremely sensitive to loud noises. This sensitivity can create paranoia which leads to an inability to concentrate on tasks
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What are some of the health risks of using “crack” or cocaine?
Cocaine over stimulates the circulatory, respiratory, and brain. Cocaine interferes with the natural chemical in the brain that stimulates and regulates the firing of nerve cells. Muscle spasms in various parts of the body can occur. Over stimulation of the nervous system can cause convulsions which can lead to respiratory collapse and death. Long term crack (rock-like bits of cocaine that can be smoked) users have also suffered permanent damage to the cortex, the part of the brain that is used to think. |
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Opiates (Narcotics)
What are opiate narcotics?
The opiate class of narcotics include morphine, codeine, and heroin. Synthetic opiates are hydrocodone, hydromorphone, oxycodone, meperidine and others. These drugs are used medically to relieve pain, but also have a high potential for abuse. Opiates tend to relax the user. A user will feel an immediate rush when the opiates are injected or smoked (heroin), but may soon experience other unpleasant side effects including restlessness, nausea, and vomiting. |
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What are the signs of opiates use?
- mental dullness.
- lethargy and drowsiness.
- cold or moist skin
- scratches frequently.
- slurred speech.
- constricted pupils that fail to respond to light.
- if injected, needle tracks or scars.
- paraphernalia (syringes, spoons, medical droppers, bent spoons, metal bottle caps, small glassine bags or foil packets).
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What are some of the health risks of using opiates (narcotics)?
These drugs, including codeine, morphine, and common painkillers are all legally manufactured from opium, which is a by-product of the poppy plant. Heroin, an illegally manufactured product, as well as those legal narcotics, all find their way into the drug marketplace. When taken outside a doctor’s care, the user risks mental and physical dependence with lethargy, apathy, slurring of speech, and loss of judgment and self-control. All of these may result in convulsions, coma, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and malnutrition as the use of the drug replaces a balanced diet. |
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Amphetamine and Methamphetamine and Ecstasy
What are amphetamines?
Amphetamines are central nervous system stimulants which may be taken orally, smoked or injected. Included in this group are amphetamine, methamphetamine, and ecstasy (MDMA). Amphetamines tend to increase alertness and physical activity. Amphetamines are used to counteract drowsiness, whether caused by lack of sleep, sleeping pills, other “downers”, or alcohol. |
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What are some of the signs of amphetamine use?
- dilated pupils.
- dry mouth and nose.
- frequent lip licking.
- excessive restless activity.
- difficulty sitting still.
- lack of interest in food or sleep.
- risk taking behavior.
- irritable, argumentative, nervous.
- talkative (conversation often lacks continuity).
- subjects change rapidly.
- alertness, wakefulness, mood elevation.
- loss of appetite, exhaustion.
- sense of power and a false sense of security.• Increased body temperature with Ecstasy
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What are the health risks of using amphetamines?
Amphetamines are stimulants which tend to throw off the body’s rest and repair system. Hyperactivity and mental anxiety are common. Repeated high dosage results in lethargy, exhaustion, mental confusion, and paranoia. Use can lead to hallucinations. Abuse can lead to physical problems such as blood pressure problems, heart attacks and strokes. |
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PCP “Angel Dust”
What is “angel dust” or PCP?
Phencyclidine (PCP), also commonly known as “angel dust”, is an outlawed animal tranquilizer which may be smoked, snorted, injected, or taken orally. PCP is known for its long term potential to create psychotic behavior, violent acts, and psychosis. For many users, PCP changes how they see their own bodies and almost everything around them. |
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What are some of the signs of PCP use?
- unpredictable behavior with mood swings from passiveness to violence for no apparent reason, possibly including self-destructive behavior.
- symptoms of intoxication.
- disorientation with agitation and violence if exposed to excessive sensory stimulation.
- fear, terror, rigid muscles, strange gait.
- deadened sensory perception, possibly unaware of severe injuries.
- pupils may appear dilated.
- mask-like facial appearance.
- seeing sounds, smelling colors.
- comatose if large amount consumed.
- inability to concentrate.
- users are a potential safety risk.
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What are the health risks of using PCP?
PCP or “angel dust” was originally made as a human, then animal, tranquilizer. It causes violent and self destructive behavior. “Dust” affects brain functions. It takes the user out of reality and into a dangerous mind set. Users often place themselves in situations that may cause serious injury. They may become irrational and think they are indestructible. Use may also result in blurred vision, diminished sensations, lack of coordination, and muscle spasms, hallucinations, which may lead to other aggressive or bizarre behavior. High use may lead to convulsions, coma, fever, respiratory depression and death. |
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Barbiturates
What are barbiturates?
Barbiturates are prescription sedative hypnotic drugs used to treat anxiety, stomach (gastrointestinal) discomfort, pain, and sleep disorders, and longer acting barbiturates such as phenobarbital used to treat epilepsy. Some are short acting such as pentobarbital (NembutalR), secobarbital (SeconalR); intermediate acting such as amobarbital (AmytalR), butalbital (FiorinalR, FioricetR, EsgicR and others) ; and long acting Phenobarbital (DonnatalR and many others). |
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What are the signs of barbiturate use?
- central nervous system depressant
- mild intoxication (similar to alcohol)
- slurred speech
- lack of coordination
- lethargy
- headaches
- sensations of numbness or tingling
- dizziness
- confusion
- drowsiness
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What are some of the health risks of using barbiturates?
As with other sedative hypnotics, barbiturates can produce physical dependence and withdrawal. Barbiturates were first introduced in the early 1900’s and in the 1970’s barbiturate overdose was a leading cause of death. Due to the abuse and overdose potential, barbiturates can be very dangerous if taken in greater than prescribed dosages. These drugs are very dangerous when used in combination with other central nervous system depressant drugs such as alcohol. Overdose can result in depression of the central nervous system and cardiovascular system and respiratory depression which can lead to death. Other dangerous effects of overdose are: shock with cool and clammy skin, decreased blood pressure, decreased oxygen carrying capacity of the blood, and coma. |
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Benzodiazepines
What are benzodiazepines?
Benzodiazepines are one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States. They are sedative hypnotic drugs which relieve anxiety with less harmful side effects than the barbiturates. The benzodiazepine class of drugs include: Diazepam (ValiumR), Oxazepam(SeraxR), Chlordiazepoxide(LibriumR), Chlorazepate(TranxeneR), Temazepam(RestorilR), Alprazolam (XanaxR), Triazolam (HalcionR), Lorazepam(AtivanR) and Prazepam (CentraxR). |
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What are the signs of benzodiazepine use?
- lethargy
- sedation
- motor incoordination
- intellectual impairment
- sleepiness
- impaired speech
- decreased anxiety
- muscle relaxation
- light headedness
- confusion
- disorganization of thought
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What are some of the health risks of using benzodiazepines?
They are relatively safe even at high doses which is why they are replacing the barbiturates as sedative hypnotics. Sedation and respiratory depression at high doses are enhanced with alcohol and other central nervous system depressants. These drugs have an abuse potential. |
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Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
These anti-depressant drugs are prescription drugs with low abuse potential and are not considered addictive. Tricyclic antidepressants were developed in the 1950s and are still widely used. Examples are Amitrityline, Nortriptyline, Imipramine and Desipramine. They are used in numerous applications mainly indicated for the treatment of clinical depression and some other disorders but their use has decreased in recent years because of newer drugs with fewer side effects. TCAs have been shown to be effective in treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and also for bed wetting. Some signs and symptoms are:
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Decreased intestinal motility which may lead to constipation
- Urinary retention or difficulty with urination
- Drowsiness,
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Confusion, dizziness and memory difficulties,
- Weakness, nausea and vomiting,
- Increased heart rate and irregular heart rhythms
TCAs may enhance the response to alcohol and the effects of barbiturates and other CNS depressants. Tricyclic antidepressants overdose is a significant cause of fatal drug overdose. |
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