Had to go to the ER
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Had to go to the ER
was in my friends POV and he was in a wreck (air bag deployed...Damn that hurt) They gave me Demerol for the pain and now I'm curious, How long does it take to get out of your system ( I was getting ready to take my DOT physical in 2 weeks and Now I'm wondering if I should reschedule? Any suggestions or Advise would be appreciated , Thanks Guys!!!
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I don't know how long it stays in your system, but I suggest talking to your pharmacist and ask. It might also be a good idea to tell them when you go for your physical, just to cover yourself.
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Thanks GMAN, it just sucks ( the Timing of it) I'm really wanting to get into this as I've been making excuses for about the last 2 years about going OTR but I'm not getting any younger and I have to say at least I gave it a try, Thanks again!!
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Generally, it should be out of your system 3 to 5 days from the last time you took it. In any event, take the prescription bottle with you to the physical, and don't get back behind the wheel of a truck untill you have been off of ot for about 5 days.
Do follow G-Man's advice, and check with a pharmacist. 8)
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Re: Had to go to the ER
Originally Posted by gsherm
was in my friends POV and he was in a wreck (air bag deployed...Damn that hurt) They gave me Demerol for the pain and now I'm curious, How long does it take to get out of your system ( I was getting ready to take my DOT physical in 2 weeks and Now I'm wondering if I should reschedule? Any suggestions or Advise would be appreciated , Thanks Guys!!!
If it is truly prescribed to you, and you are not taking it, or under the influence of it while you are on duty, you're fine. Believe me, I have been using meds for a few yrs under a Dr's care for the relief of the pain while I SLEEP! As a matter of fact, I just popped a big percoset and I'm off to bed...lol Am having surg on the 22ND of this month and maybe I wont need pain relievers as much anymore!! and will be returning to work by May!
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Originally Posted by gsherm
Actually in was injected at the ER, I didn't get a script for it but it had me worried for the DOT drug screen....Thanks for the replies I appreciate it.
Are you on Hydrocodone (Vicoden)??
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Originally Posted by gsherm
Actually in was injected at the ER, I didn't get a script for it but it had me worried for the DOT drug screen....Thanks for the replies I appreciate it.
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