Question 1

What is the WADA Prohibited List?

Accepted Answer

An annually updated list published by the World Anti-Doping Agency identifying substances and methods prohibited in sport, classified as in-competition, out-of-competition, or particular sports.

Question 2

How often is the WADA list updated?

Accepted Answer

WADA publishes an updated Prohibited List every year, effective January 1. FairMed tracks the 2026 list with 480+ substances.

Question 3

What does 'in-competition only' mean?

Accepted Answer

Certain substances such as glucocorticoids, stimulants, narcotics, and cannabinoids are only prohibited within the in-competition window (from 11:59 pm the day before the event until sample collection).

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