Facts
The French Federation of Workers and Amateurs in sports (Fédération Sportive et Gymnique du Travail (FSGT) charges respondent M17 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling contest on May 27, 2006, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis showed the presence of a prednisone and prednisolone which are prohibited substances according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent had used two pharmaceutical products for which he thinks that those ingredients are responsible for the positive test. However one of these products is known for an beta-2 Agonists which was not detected. He was using these products to treat allergies as well as a a persistent obstructive syndrome. However considering the fact that the products he describes are not known for containing glucocorticosteroids, and the way he uses the product as auto medication, he has no justifiable use of these products.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of one year in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by sport federations.
2. The present decision will start on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
