Related case:
ISU 2009 Yuri Larionov vs ISU – Revision
April 21, 2009
In February 2008 the International Skating Union (ISU) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Russian Athlete Yuri Larionov after his A and B samples tested positive for the prohibited substance furosemide. After notification a provisional suspension was ordered and the Athlete filed a statement in his defence and waived his right to be heard for the ISU Disciplinary Commission.
The Athlete stated that on the morning of the doping test he had a severe headache and therefore used a pill, provided by his father, and without intention to enhance his sport performance. The pill was Lasix (furosemide) prescribed to his father who suffered from headache caused by high blood pressure.
The Panel concludes that the Athlete acted significant negligent due to he used non-prescribed medication and without consulting the team doctor.
Therefore the ISU Disciplinary Commission decides on 6 December 2008 to impose 2 year period of ineligibility on the Athlete, starting on 19 February 2008.
