0145-02-.16
Stimulants
Cite as Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0145-02-.16
(1)
No substance other than plain water shall be administered to a contestant during the course
of a bout. The discretional use of petroleum jelly around the eye is permitted; however, the
use of petroleum jelly, grease, or any other substance on the arms, legs, or body of
contestant is prohibited.
(2)
The discretional use of coagulants, such as a solution of adrenalin (1/1000) approved by the
ringside physician, is permitted between rounds to stop bleeding of minor cuts and
lacerations sustained by a contestant. The use of “iron type” coagulants, such as Monsel’s
solution, is absolutely prohibited, and shall be cause for immediate disqualification.