Drug Information Database - TUE

What is a TUE?

The TUE application process gives athletes a means of attaining approval to use a prescribed Prohibited Substance or Method for the treatment of a legitimate medical condition.  This process is in place to protect the rights of athletes to compete on a level playing field. 

Applying for a TUE?

Each TUE application is assessed according to the same criteria as laid out in the International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemptions. This provides fair and consistent standards for the approval of any medical use of a Prohibited Substance or Method.

Any athlete that is eligible for testing in the UK or abroad may need to apply for a TUE if they are prescribed a Prohibited Substance or Method by their doctor to treat a medical condition. 

A TUE is only required by those athletes who are competing at a certain standard within their sport.  To find out if you are at a level of competition that will require a TUE please contact your NGB. 

Before applying for a TUE, you should check with your doctor to see if there are any permitted alternative treatments or medications. 

If you are required to complete a TUE application then click here to download the correct forms.