The 2016 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is Now Available

The 2016 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is Now Available
This List will take effect on January 1, 2016
Noteworthy changes compared to the 2015 List include:

SUBSTANCES AND METHODS PROHIBITED AT ALL TIMES (IN- AND OUT-OF-COMPETITION)
PROHIBITED SUBSTANCES

S2: Peptide hormones, Growth Factors, Related Substances and Mimetics
Leuprorelin replaced triptorelin as a more universal example of a chorionic gonadotrophin and luteinizing hormone-releasing factor.

S4. Hormone and Metabolic Modulators
Insulin-mimetics were added to the List to include all insulin-receptor agonists.
Meldonium (Mildronate) was added because of evidence of its use by athletes with the intention of enhancing performance.

S5. Diuretics and Masking Agents
It was clarified that the ophthalmic use of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors is permitted.

SUBSTANCES AND METHODS PROHIBITED IN-COMPETITION

S6. Stimulants:
It was clarified that clonidine is permitted.

MONITORING PROGRAM
Meldonium was removed from the Monitoring Program and added to the Prohibited List.
Hydrocodone, morphine/codeine ratio and tapentadol were removed from the Monitoring Program.


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