Facts
The French Badminton Federation (Fédération Française de Badminton, FFBad) charges respondent M05 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During an event on May 19, 2013, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of prednisolone and prednisone. These substances are prohibited according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and regarded as specified substances.
History
The respondent used medication containing prednisolone which metabolizes into prednisolone to treat a pain in the knee. This was mentioned on the doping control form. He has a prescription and
two certificats from his physician.
The panel regards the measured concentrations consistent with the medical use of the prohibited substances.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted.
2. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
