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Search our database of WADA 2026 prohibited substances and methods — 477 substances across 15 categories

16

WADA Categories

477

Substances Tracked

20

Sports Covered

1,007

Sport-Specific Rules

● Prohibited Substances (S0–S9)

Substances that are prohibited under the WADA 2026 Prohibited List. Some are prohibited at all times, others only in-competition.

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S0: Non-Approved Substances
Substances that are not approved by any governmental regulatory authority for human therapeutic use
Prohibited at All Times
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S1: Anabolic Agents
Anabolic steroids and other anabolic agents that promote muscle growth and recovery
Prohibited at All Times
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S2: Peptide Hormones, Growth Factors and Related Substances
Includes erythropoietin (EPO), human growth hormone (hGH), and other peptide hormones
Prohibited at All Times
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S3: Beta-2 Agonists
Bronchodilators used to treat asthma and respiratory conditions
Prohibited at All Times
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S4: Hormone and Metabolic Modulators
Substances that modify hormone levels or metabolic processes
Prohibited at All Times
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S5: Diuretics and Masking Agents
Substances used to mask the presence of other banned substances
Prohibited at All Times
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S6: Stimulants
Central nervous system stimulants that enhance alertness and performance
In-Competition Only
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S7: Narcotics
Opioid pain medications and related narcotic substances
In-Competition Only
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S8: Cannabinoids
Cannabis and synthetic cannabinoid compounds
In-Competition Only
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S9: Glucocorticoids
Corticosteroids used to reduce inflammation and suppress immune response
In-Competition Only

● Prohibited Methods (M1–M3)

Methods of doping that are prohibited at all times, including blood manipulation and gene doping.

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M1: Prohibited Methods - Blood Doping
Manipulation of blood and blood components including transfusions and artificial oxygen carriers
Prohibited at All Times
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M2: Prohibited Methods - Chemical/Physical Manipulation
Chemical and physical manipulation including tampering with samples and urine substitution
Prohibited at All Times
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M3: Prohibited Methods - Gene and Cell Doping
Gene transfer, cell transfer, and gene editing techniques
Prohibited at All Times
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MP: Monitoring Program
WADA Monitoring Program - substances monitored for patterns of misuse in sport but NOT prohibited

● Particular Sports (P1)

Substances prohibited only in certain sports where they provide a specific competitive advantage.

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P1: Beta-Blockers
Substances that reduce heart rate and blood pressure, banned in sports requiring precision
Sport-Specific

● Permitted Supplements

Supplements and substances that are not prohibited by WADA.

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Permitted Supplements
Common legal supplements and ingredients that are permitted in all sports
Not Prohibited

High-Risk Supplement Categories

These supplement categories carry elevated contamination risk. Third-party testing (e.g., BSCG, NSF Certified for Sport, Informed Sport) is strongly recommended.

Pre-workout Supplements
High risk for containing prohibited stimulants

Pre-workout supplements often contain undeclared stimulants like DMAA, DMHA, or other banned substances. Even products claiming to be 'natural' may be contaminated.

Examples:
  • Jack3d
  • Craze
  • OxyElite Pro
  • Any product with 'extreme energy' claims
Fat Burners / Weight Loss Products
High risk for containing prohibited stimulants and metabolic modulators

Fat burners frequently contain banned stimulants, diuretics, or hormone modulators. Many have been recalled by the FDA.

Examples:
  • Products with 'thermogenic' claims
  • Products containing synephrine
  • Products with proprietary blends
Muscle Builders / Anabolic Products
High risk for containing anabolic agents or SARMs

Products marketed for muscle building often contain undeclared anabolic steroids, prohormones, or SARMs.

Examples:
  • Products with steroid-like names
  • Products claiming 'legal steroid alternative'
  • SARMs sold as supplements
Sexual Enhancement Products
High risk for containing prohibited substances

Sexual enhancement supplements often contain undeclared pharmaceutical ingredients and banned substances.

Examples:
  • Products claiming 'natural viagra'
  • Products with proprietary blends
Products with Proprietary Blends
Cannot verify exact ingredients and amounts

Proprietary blends hide the exact ingredients and amounts, making it impossible to verify safety. Avoid these products.

Examples:
  • Any supplement listing 'proprietary blend' without specific ingredient amounts