Looking back to some published research from 1994, I read that this injectable saline solution boosts blood volume by 9% rather quickly. I've never seen anyone busted for its usage; is Dextran even on the banned list? A doctor travelling with us to Nats said it is relatively harmless but with long-term use could stress the kidneys. It sucks water out of the system into the blood, raising plasma volume.
I AM NOT advocating this drug, but I AM wondering how many runners and riders are on to this drug. The article I read was a study done on bikers.