Do you feel that this is an annoying problem that threatens your entire life? Certainly, military personnel suffer from a state of constant terror and fear of drug test results, especially when using some substances even in small quantities, as a positive result may lead to penalties up to imprisonment. But now, you can pass the test in just one week, even if you are an addict. Follow us in Dalili Medical to learn all the details of drug testing for military personnel

I am a military person and I am facing a drug test, what should I do?

 

If you are just a drug user and not an addict, you can pass the military drug test by stopping use for a sufficient period, up to about a week before the test.

However, if you are an addict, you will need to enroll in a treatment program in a specialized hospital for addiction treatment, in order to cleanse your body of the effects of drugs and deal with the withdrawal symptoms resulting from stopping.

Is it possible to trick a military drug test?

 

Some people believe that they can trick a military drug test by following some tricks, such as:

- Taking cleaning powders to change the test sample.

- Replacing the urine sample with a sample from another person who does not use drugs.

- Adding substances such as lemon, vinegar or salt to the test sample.

- Drinking large amounts of fluids such as green tea, natural juices or milk.

Some military personnel take birth control pills in order to tamper with the test sample, but this method is easy to detect and does not lead to negative results. It is recommended not to use them because they may negatively affect male hormones in men.

- Adding substances such as lemon, vinegar or salt to the test sample.

- Drinking large amounts of fluids such as green tea, natural juices or milk.

Some military personnel resort to taking birth control pills in order to tamper with the test sample, but this method is easy to detect and does not lead to negative results. It is recommended not to use them because they may negatively affect male hormones in men.

If you think that some herbs such as cinnamon or fennel can help you cheat the military drug test, you are completely wrong, as natural herbs cannot cleanse the body of the effects of drugs.

Opioid painkillers and some anti-anxiety and anti-depressants that contain barbiturates also appear in the test results.

**What is the penalty for a drug test for military personnel in Egypt?**

 

Military personnel in Egypt face a 10-day military prison sentence if the drug test result is positive for the first time, indicating the use of any type of drug.

In the event of a repeat violation and the test result is proven positive again, the person's service is permanently terminated.

**How ​​can a drug test for military personnel be bypassed?**

 

A drug test for military personnel can be bypassed by stopping drug use for a sufficient period before the test is conducted, in addition to going to a hospital specialized in addiction treatment. This helps to overcome the drug withdrawal period and deal with the accompanying symptoms comfortably. Bareeq Hospital for Addiction Treatment is considered one of the best hospitals in Egypt, as it offers a 7-day detoxification program.

The 7-day program helps cleanse the body of the effects of drugs in just one week, while treating withdrawal symptoms using modern and international drug protocols, which contributes to detoxification comfortably and in the shortest possible time.

Does a military person dismissed due to a positive test have rights?

 

If a soldier is dismissed due to a positive drug test, he has some rights determined by the relevant authorities, and these rights are usually a financial reward, and the amount is determined according to Article 9 of the Military Retirement Law.

Does drinking milk affect the marijuana test in the military?

 

Drinking milk does not affect the results of the marijuana test in the military. However, if you drink it, you may be subject to legal accountability, as your addiction can be easily detected.

Do psychiatric medications and painkillers appear in the drug and alcohol test for soldiers?

 

Some painkillers derived from opium and psychiatric medications such as anti-anxiety and anti-depressants derived from barbiturates may appear in the drug and alcohol test for soldiers. However, a positive result does not necessarily mean an immediate penalty, as the Drug Authority sends a letter to the commander of your unit to summon you to discuss the details of the medications you took, and you must provide a medical certificate proving that their use was for medical purposes.

Which authorities require a drug test?

 

- Insurance companies before allowing individuals to purchase insurance policies.

- Authorities responsible for accidents to verify whether drug use was the cause of the accident.

- Business owners and institutions to ensure that employees are not taking drugs.

- Athletes to detect doping before important tournaments.

- Doctors to determine if there are health problems resulting from drug use or to perform surgeries.

**How ​​to do a drug test**

 

I was wondering about the drug test scheduled for tomorrow, and I learned that the procedure method differs depending on the type of test used. For a urine test, a urine sample is taken and analyzed using a card containing the different drug test abbreviations according to the type of drug. As for the blood test, it is done by taking a blood sample. For a saliva test, this is done by taking a swab from the mouth and analyzing it. Finally, a sweat test is done, as we explained earlier, using adhesive tape placed on the sweating area.

**How ​​to spoil a drug test**

 

There are many methods that addicts and drug users use to spoil test results, and some of them have actually succeeded in invalidating the test. The most prominent of these methods are:

- Taking blood pressure pills that greatly and frequently increase urination, while drinking large amounts of water, which makes the analysis inaccurate and leads to the disappearance of the drug effect from the urine.

- Drinking a quantity of vinegar, which contains acidsD and salts that spoil the strip used to detect drugs, preventing the appearance of a result, whether negative or positive.

- Among the methods is also the use of birth control pills for women, which negatively affects the result of the drug test.

**Does the drug test for military personnel detect Captagon in urine?**

 

Captagon is considered a stimulant amphetamine, which makes many military personnel turn to taking it to increase strength, activity and alertness, believing that it will help them perform their duties better. However, the use of amphetamine can lead to addiction very quickly, causing many psychological, physical and behavioral damages. Captagon can be detected in a drug test through urine, provided that the sample is taken during the period of Captagon's presence in the body, which ranges from two to five days. In cases of severe addiction, the period of amphetamine's presence in the urine may reach seven days after the last dose taken.

**Hashish analysis for military personnel**

Many people wonder about the possibility of analyzing hashish in the military, as many people believe that smoking hashish is similar to smoking cigarettes and does not lead to addiction. However, hashish is considered an addictive drug, and has devastating long-term health effects. Cannabis can be detected in urine if the sample is taken during the period of hashish remaining in the body, even if it is smoked once.

**Urine analysis for military personnel regarding qat**

 

Qat use has become alarmingly widespread due to the misconception that it is a natural plant that does not pose any danger or cause addiction. However, this belief is completely incorrect, as qat causes addiction and has serious negative health effects.

The negative effects of qat go beyond the health of the user, as it can lead to his dismissal from his job. Qat can be detected in a drug test through urine for up to a week after the last dose taken. Traces of qat usually remain in the urine from three days to a week, and in cases of severe addiction, traces of qat may appear in a drug test for up to three weeks after the last dose.

**Alcohol Test for Military Personnel**

 

A drug test for military personnel can reveal alcohol consumption if it is performed during the period of alcohol remaining in the body. Alcohol remains in the urine for 12 hours upon first use, and continues for three days in non-addicts, while the period of alcohol remaining in the urine of an addict may reach about five days.

What is the penalty for a drug test for military personnel?

 

Based on the information available from specialized websites in 2020, we do not know whether the provisions related to drug users have changed or remain the same. If the test result is positive for the first time and it is confirmed that the person is using drugs for the first time, the penalty includes suspension or imprisonment for 10 days.

In the event of any observations, violations or absences, the penalty will be assessed by the Military Council as it deems appropriate. However, if the test result is positive for the second time, the penalty will be termination of service.

Punishment for a Positive Test for Military Personnel**

 

If the test result is positive for the first time, the penalty may be imprisonment or suspension from work, as the type of penalty varies according to the military court before which the military person appears. If the drug test result is positive for the second time, the penalty will be final dismissal from service.

**The importance of drug testing for military personnel**

 

Drug testing for military personnel is vital for several reasons, including:

1. **Ensuring combat readiness**: Drug use negatively affects the physical and mental performance of military personnel, reducing their ability to carry out their duties efficiently.

2. **Maintaining safety**: Drug use increases the risk of accidents and injuries within the armed forces.

3. **Compliance with laws and regulations**: Many countries impose strict laws requiring periodic drug tests for military personnel to ensure compliance with those laws.

**What drugs does drug testing - alcohol for military personnel reveal?**

 

Drug testing for military personnel reveals the following substances:

- Opioids.

- Amphetamines (such as Captagon, crystal meth, shabu).

- Cocaine.

- Alcohol.

- Hashish and marijuana.

Barbiturates.

**Military Drug Testing Standards**

The Armed Forces rely on a set of specific standards for conducting drug testing, which include:

- **Sample Selection**: Urine testing is preferred due to its ability to provide quick and accurate results.

- **Analysis Periods**: The test can be performed periodically, randomly, or when there are suspicions of drug use.

- **Target Substances**: The substances that are usually detected include common drugs such as cannabis, cocaine, amphetamines, and heroin.

**Procedures Followed in Drug Testing for Military Personnel**

Drug testing procedures for military personnel include the following steps:

- **Sample Collection**: A urine sample is collected from military personnel in a controlled environment to ensure the safety of the sample.

- **Analysis Procedure**: Advanced analysis devices are used to detect the presence of drugs in the sample.

- **Result Interpretation**: Specialists interpret the results to ensure their accuracy.

- **Taking Action**: If the results are positive, the necessary action is taken, which may include treatment or disciplinary sanctions.