labeled an addict?

[rainfire]

I have is xanax prescription that is 5 years old, every once in a great while I may take a half of one. Somewhere along the line my doctor took a blood test and it may have shown up. I didn't even think to tell my doctor about this prescription. I believe now that he has labeled me an addict is carried over to my ortho. Yesterday, my ortho called in a prescription to two different pharmacies for the same medication one through my insurance and one not. Are they trying to flag me and how do I convince them I am NOT an addict. I live alone I do have trouble sometimes comprehending things and making some decisions. But I fight everyday to stay away from medication that make me tired and dizzy because I cannot afford to be drugged out.

[philnoir]

Remember to list this medication the next time you have a doctor's visit.

It is not uncommon for pain patients to have a closet full of old medication bottles. I've got a few in my safe that I use on occasion.

Last time I had a urinalysis, I told them they'd find a benzo in there because I took a pill the night before to help with sleep. It was not a problem.

I doubt if anyone is labeling you as an addict.

You are not responsible for any medications your orthopod ordered at multiple pharmacies. That is completely out of your control.

[Foggy2]

First I would find out what the medication is that the orthopedic doctor called in and is it the same medication at both pharmacies.  Often times doctors get a list of your pharmacies from either something you wrote down in your history when going to the doctor (New patient paperwork) or from the referring doctor. So if you wrote down that you had 2 pharmacies you go to, he may have called it in to two different pharmacies.  If you have medical insurance go to the pharmacy that covers your prescription.  I would ask the orthopedic doctor's office why the prescription was called into two different pharmacies.  

I would also contact your primary care provider and find out what information was given to the referring doctor meaning the orthopedic doctor. Usually if something like a drug screen is done to find out if you're taking Xanax, you need to sign paperwork.

Unless one of the new prescriptions is for Xanax or a drug screen was done that showed up that you were taking Xanax I wouldn't worry about it.  If however your PCP did a drug screen without your knowledge, then I would discuss this with him as this is illegal unless someone has power of attorney for you and gave permission for it.

Keep us informed and let us know if you have any other questions. Thank you.