Ruth Chepngetich, the women's marathon world record holder, has been provisionally suspended by the Athletics Integrity Unit for using hydrochlorothiazide, a prohibited diuretic detected in her sample on March 14. Initially not suspended upon notification, Chepngetich chose a voluntary provisional suspension during the ongoing investigation. The AIU continued its probe and later issued a notice of charge, confirming the suspension. Hydrochlorothiazide is clinically used to treat fluid retention and hypertension but can also mask other banned substances. In April, Chepngetich withdrew from the London Marathon due to mental and physical unpreparedness.
Ruth Chepngetich has been provisionally suspended for the presence and use of hydrochlorothiazide, a prohibited substance detected in a sample collected on March 14.
Chepngetich voluntarily opted for a provisional suspension while the Athletics Integrity Unit's investigation into her case was ongoing.
Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that treats fluid retention and hypertension, but may also be abused to mask other prohibited substances.
The AIU issued a notice of charge and imposed a provisional suspension after completing its investigation into Chepngetich's case.
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