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Anabolic Agents
Substances that promote anabolic processes. Violation can result in suspension from competitions and a tarnished reputation.
Erythropoietin (EPO)
A hormone that increases red blood cell count. Athletes caught using EPO can face multi-year bans and loss of titles.
Tampering with Doping Control
Interfering with the doping control process. Such actions can lead to severe penalties including fines and long-term bans.
Cannabis
A substance banned in competition due to potential performance-enhancing effects. Penalties include suspensions or forced rehabilitation.
Beta-2 Agonists
Drugs that can improve lung function, but are prohibited when used in excess. Misuse may result in suspensions and disqualification.
Beta Blockers
Substances that can steady nerves, banned in sports that require precision. Penalties include disqualification and possible career repercussions.
Peptide Hormones
These include EPO and hGH. Use of these substances leads to serious sanctions including multi-year or lifetime bans.
Diuretics and Masking Agents
These are used to hide the presence of other banned substances. Sanctions include fines, suspensions, and potential lifetime bans.
Alcohol
Alcohol is forbidden in specific sports during competition. Consequences include disqualification and sanctions specific to the sport.
Glucocorticoids
Steroids that can reduce inflammation and are banned when administered via certain routes. Abuse leads to health risks and suspensions.
Androgenic Steroids
Synthetic derivatives of testosterone. Their non-medical use can lead to lengthy bans and reputational damage.
Narcotics
Substances that can relieve pain but are banned due to their potential to enhance performance. Violations lead to suspensions and legal issues.
Gene Doping
Altering genes to enhance performance. It's considered a form of cheating with severe consequences, including lifetime bans from the sport.
Blood Doping
The practice of boosting the number of red blood cells to enhance athletic performance. Can lead to lifetime bans and health risks.
Human Growth Hormone (hGH)
A hormone that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration. Usage results in strict penalties, including lengthy bans.
Prohibited Methods
Includes blood transfusions and chemical manipulation. Engaging in these methods can result in sporting bans and legal consequences.
Trafficking of Banned Substances
The distribution or selling of prohibited substances. This criminal act leads to legal prosecution and lifetime bans from the sport.
Administration by Non-Medical Personnel
Providing banned substances without medical authorization. Punishments include suspensions for both athletes and personnel involved.
Whereabouts Failures
Failure to provide accurate whereabouts information for drug tests. Non-compliance can result in suspension from athletic activities.
Stimulants
Substances that increase alertness and reduce fatigue. Infractions can result in disqualification and a period of ineligibility.
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