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. 2016 Jun 24;6(1):49–51. doi: 10.1016/j.jshs.2016.06.008

Table 1.

Meldonium in sports.

Putative ergogenic effects of meldonium
  • 1.

    Improved peroxisomal utilization of fatty acids

  • 2.

    Decreased production of lactic acid

  • 3.

    Improved storage and utilization of glycogen

  • 4.

    Prevention of oxidative stress

  • 5.

    Enhanced endurance aerobic and physical work capabilities

  • 6.

    Improved functional parameters of heart activity

  • 7.

    Ameliorated recovery after maximal and sub-maximal exercise

  • 8.

    Enhanced activation of central nervous system functions