Facts
The French Federation of Weightlifting, Fitness, Powerlifting and Bodybuilding (Fédération Française d'Halterophilie, Musculation, Force Athlétique et Culturisme, FFHMFAC) charges respondent M18 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a contest on June 24, 2006, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The sample showed the presence of Salbutamol which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent had used pharmaceutical products, one of these contained the prohibited substance, he had mentioned the use of it on the doping control form. Salbutomol was used to treat asthma but a medical justification for this is necessary. However the amount measured was higher then expected for medical use as described in his medical files.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of three months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFHMFAC.
2. The decision starts on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
