Therapeutic Use Exemptions

Athletes that are prescribed a prohibited substance or method for a legitimate medical condition will need to apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE). Before they do this, they should ask their doctor if there are any suitable permitted alternative treatments.

There are two types of TUE applications:

Abbreviated TUE (ATUE) - The ATUE application is required for some inhaled asthma medications and some products containing glucocorticosteroids, like eye drops. Fully and appropriately completed ATUE applications are considered valid on receipt by the relevant organisations. This could be either their National Anti-Doping Organisation (UK Sport), or their International Federation if the compete internationally.
Standard TUE - The TUE application is required for prohibited substances not covered by the Abbreviated TUE process. Standard TUE applications will be reviewed by a panel of independent physicians, known as a Therapeutic Use Exemption Committee (TUEC). If an athlete needs to use a prohibited substance with an acute condition or emergency situation, a retroactive TUE process is available to athletes and their physicians. However, submitting a retroactive TUE does not guarantee an automatic approval by the TUEC.

For further information on whether you need to apply for a TUE and where to send the application, please check the TUE section of the 100% Me website.