MPAI policy is that doping is contrary to the spirit of sport and every member has a duty to ensure that the sport is free of doping. All members of MPAI are bound by the Irish Sports Council Anti-Doping Rules and may be subject to testing while in competition.
Athletes should be aware of the Irish Anti-Doping Rules.For full information on the Irish Anti-Doping Rules and how they relate to the World Anti-Doping Agency, go the following link: http://www.irishsportscouncil.ie/Anti-Doping/Rules/
Athletes should check their prescribed and over-the counter medications. Athletes should check their prescribed and over-the-counter medications to see if they are permitted for use by athletes. If a medication is not permitted, the athlete may need to apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption. Check out the following link for detailed information on Therapeutic Use Exemptions and Medications: http://www.irishsportscouncil.ie/Anti-Doping/TUEs_and_Medicines/
The Irish Sports Council Anti-Doping Unit can be contacted at:
Anti Doping Unit
Irish Sports Council
Top Floor, Block A
Westend Office Park,
Blanchardstown,
Dublin 15.
