Related case:
SAIDS 2010_07 WADA vs Vaughn van Jaarsveld & SAIDS - Appeal
September 23, 2011
The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Athlete after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance sibutramine.
The Athlete filed a statement in his defence and was heard for the Disciplinary Committee.
The Athlete stated he had used a not sports related prescription for weight loss medication Ciplatrim by his physician that contained a specified substance unbeknownst to all concerned. The Athlete’s physician testified and confirmed that he had checked WADA’s (outdated) prohibited list 2009 and that sibutramine was not listed. The Athlete argued he indicated the medication on the Doping Control Form and he informed his coach.
Considering the circumstances and the evidence the SAIDS Disciplinary Committee decides to impose a reprimand on the Athlete.
In addition the Committee recommends that Cricket South Africa (CSA) Medical Committee look at instituting appropriate protocols for their professional athletes at a franchise level, semi professional and under 19 level.
CSA must contractually compel franchise cricketers to verify the status of all prescribed medicine and other supplements provided for by third parties with their respective franchise doctors.
Hereafter WADA appealed this decision.
