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Blood doping is the injection of red blood cells, related blood products that contain red blood cells, or artificial oxygen containers. This is done by extracting and storing one's own blood prior to an athletic competition, well in advance of the competition so that the body can replenish its natural levels of red blood cells, and subsequently injecting the stored blood immediately before ...
This is the list of Schedule I controlled substances in the United States as defined by the Controlled Substances Act. [1] The following findings are required for substances to be placed in this schedule: [2]
For athletes, stimulants are used for two major reasons: to heighten energy levels and to boast endurance. [3] Examples of stimulants are: amphetamine , caffeine , cocaine, ephedrine, fenfluramine (Fen), methamphetamine, methylphenidate , phentermine (Phen), synephrine (bitter orange). Stimulants phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine aren't banned.
stimulant Coca, leaves and any salt, compound, derivative or preparation of coca leaves [8] [note 1] 9041 stimulant Cocaine, and its salts, isomers, derivatives and salts of isomers and derivatives [8] [note 1] 9180 stimulant Ecgonine, and its salts, isomers, derivatives and salts of isomers and derivatives [8] [note 1] 9670 opiate
Stimulants, such as cocaine and meth, elevate levels of a chemical in the brain called dopamine, which is responsible for regulating mood and producing feelings of pleasure and euphoria.
Stimulants (also known as central nervous system stimulants, or psychostimulants, or colloquially as uppers) are a class of drugs that increase the activity of the brain. They are used for various purposes, such as enhancing alertness , attention , motivation , cognition , mood , and physical performance .
Example: MDMA (ecstasy), MDA, 6-APB, AMT. Stimulants increase activity, or arousal, of the central nervous system. They can enhance alertness, attention, cognition, mood and physical performance. Some stimulants are used medicinally to treat individuals with ADHD and narcolepsy. Examples: amphetamines, caffeine, cocaine, nicotine
ACSCN Drug N/A Not more than 200 milligrams of codeine per 100 milliliters or per 100 grams [3] [note 1]: N/A Not more than 100 milligrams of dihydrocodeine per 100 milliliters or per 100 grams [3] [note 1]