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Will focalin (dexmethylphenidate) give a positive result for meth on a hair follicle drug test?

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Dr. Aron Tendler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No: Hair follicle tests are not just screening tests. They always have a full confirmation for the exact drug.

Dr Pappas and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 6/13/2019

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