Facts
The French Athletics Federation (Fédération Française d'Athlétisme,
FFA) charges respondent M30 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a trial on October 16, 2011, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of prednisolone. Prednisolone is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent had used medication to treat flu syndrome with bronchial infection, this medication is the cause of the positive test. He has a medical prescription for this and he was unaware that it the medicine contained a prohibited substance.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of 6 months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized by the FFA and related sport federations.
2. All the results obtained at the trial on October 16, 2011, will be canceled. Medals, points and prizes will be withdrawn.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
