In March 2012 the International Skating Union (ISU) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Ukrainian Athlete Anastasia Galyeta after her sample tested positive for the prohibited substance furosemide.
After notification the Athlete filed a statement in her defence and waived her right to be heard for the ISU Disciplinary Commission.
The Athlete stated that she suffered from a swollen face and excess weight after she got a a cold and a sore throat. Therefore she consulted a pharmacist who suggested the use of furosemide and failed to consult the team doctor and her coach.
The Panel concludes that the Athlete acted negligently without intention to enhance her sport performance.
Therefore the ISU Disciplinary Commission decides on 23 May 2012 to impose a 18 month period of ineligibility on the Athlete, starting on the date of the sample collection, i.e. on 10 December 2012.
