Erythropoietin (Epo) belongs to the group of glycoprotein hormones and is produced in the kidney. From there it is transported via the blood to the red bone marrow, where it triggers the formation of new erythrocytes. In medicine, Epo is used in renal insufficiency (reduced erythrocyte concentration in the blood). Epo can now be produced … Epo – Erythropoietin
Introduction Amphetamine and methamphetamine belong to the group of wake-up calls. The intake of Weckaminen is considered as doping and causes an improvement of the co-ordinative abilities with sporty loads. The Weckamine causes a stimulation of the central nervous system (CNS). This leads to an improvement in the interaction between the CNS and the musculature. … Amphetamines/ Wake-up amines
Introduction This group of active ingredients are substrates that are approved for use in competitions with certain restrictions. These substances are not directly included in doping. However, the question arises as to whether it does not appear medically more sensible to cure the athlete completely than to treat him with local anaesthetics or corticosteroids. The … Restricted use of active substances in doping
Blood doping, along with physical, chemical and pharmacological manipulation, is one of the prohibited doping methods. Regular endurance sports increase the blood volume and the oxygen transport capacity of the blood. This effect can be achieved by supplying the body’s own blood or foreign blood of the same blood group. The transfusion is usually carried … Blood doping
