Lausanne (SUI), 5 October 2011 – The FEI, following approval by the FEI Bureau, has announced a small number of changes to its 2011 Equine Prohibited Substance List.

These changes, which will be included in the 2012 List and will come into effect on 1 January, are summarised here and below:

•    There are two additions to the Prohibited List: Magnesium Sulphate injections and any use of ACTH.
•    17-Alpha-Hydroxy Progesterone is also being named on the List given similar biological effects to substances already on the List.
•    Valerenic acid has been moved from the Banned Substance category to the Controlled Medications category on the List.

“We are constantly reviewing our Prohibited Lists in line with the latest scientific evidence,” said Graeme Cooke, Director of the FEI Veterinary Department.

“National Federations are now familiarising themselves and their athletes with these changes well in advance of the 2012 Equine Prohibited Substances List coming into force on 1 January 2012.

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