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The World Anti-Doping Agency’s 2010 Banned Substances List is out and has some new additions.
Pseudoephedrine, a stimulant found in cold medicines and used to make methamphetamines, was added to the list. Also added were salbutamol, an inhalant to break broncho-spasms, and “blood-spinning,” a process in which the platelets are removed from the blood and reinjected at the site of an injury for speedier healing. The changes will be effective as of January 1st.
Pseudoephedrine, found in Sudafed, was added after it was found to have steroid like characteristics after certain levels of doses. WADA was studying this substance for five years after they detected unusually high amounts, signifying abuse, in certain sports and regions. To avoid any false positives for pseudoephedrine, WADA set a urinary threshold. WADA will also provide information on what over the counter medicines contain the substance.
Salbutamol previously required a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE). Now it will require a declaration of use. Similar to pseudoephedrine, WADA will allow a minimal presence at time of testing.
“Blood-spinning” is also referred to as platelet-rich plasma a type of platelet-derived preparation. It is prohibited when these are administered via the intramuscular route. All other methods of administration will require a declaration of use.
WADA did remove one substance from the banned list. Use of supplemental oxygen will now be permitted.
WADA has once again proven that the cheaters are always ahead of the testers. Adding new substances to the banned list after studying for multiple years clearly demonstrates that athletes will continue to look for any edge they can get.
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