Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M46 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling event on December 11, 2005, respondent provided a sample for doping test purposes. Analysis of the sample showed the presence of betamethasone which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent had used a pharmaceutical product to treat a cold for which he holds a prescriptions from his physician.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of one year, from which 6 months conditionally, in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFC.
2. The decision starts on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.