South African Institute of Drug-Free Sport Position Statement on CBD (Cannabidiol) and THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)

Cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) have become easily available to athletes over the years. Using these substances may inadvertently expose an athlete to the possibility of an adverse analytical finding (a ”positive” test) and a sanction. Athletes need to understand the risk of an anti...

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Published in:South African journal of sports medicine 2023, Vol.35 (1), p.1-4
Main Authors: Pillay, L, Thompson, C, Tabane, C, Kirby, J, Hendricks, S, Swart, J, van Rensburg, Dc Janse, Zondi, P, Rotunno, A, Bayever, D
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
athletes
Cannabis
CBD
Doping
THC
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Summary:Cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) have become easily available to athletes over the years. Using these substances may inadvertently expose an athlete to the possibility of an adverse analytical finding (a ”positive” test) and a sanction. Athletes need to understand the risk of an anti-doping rule violation or adverse analytical finding should these products be used, especially if no therapeutic use exemption exists. This position statement attempts to clarify the use of CBD and THC and their associated risks with Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRV) in the athletic population. The South African Sports Medicine Association supports this position statement.
ISSN:1015-5163
2078-516X
DOI:10.17159/2078-516X/2023/v35i1a16097