Substances: Beta-2 agonists

Beta-2 agonists are commonly used to treat asthma, however if taken into the bloodstream, they may have anabolic effects.  For this reason all beta-2-agonists are prohibited with the exception of those which are inhaled. 

Status in Sport

Beta-2 agonists are prohibited in and out of competition under the World Anti-Doping Code 2007 Prohibited List (effective from 01/01/07).

Special note: An Abbreviated Therapeutic Use Exemption (ATUE) is required for the use of inhaled beta-2-agonists (formoterol, salbuterol, salmeterol and terbutaline to prevent and /or treat asthma and exercise-induced asthma/broncho-constriction).  ATUE forms and further procedural information is on the ASADA website.

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This page last updated Tuesday, January 22, 2008

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