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Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)

If an athlete with a legitimate medical condition needs to use a prohibited substance or method, they may need to apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE).

This is only accepted if there are no other suitable permitted medications or treatments that can be used, and there is a strict, detailed process to determine this. 

Applying for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)

Athletes can find out more information about the TUE process on the UKAD website here and use the TUE Wizard to find out whether they need to apply for a TUE and who to submit their application to.

Please note a TUE application may need to be supported by medical notes from a Doctor prescribing the medication. 

An application can take up to two weeks to be processed and a decision on the application returned. By submitting an application does not mean automatic permission. An application cannot be submitted to more than one organisation.

if you need any further information about TUE's please contact Aquatics GB Anti-Doping Lead, Jane Smith here or 07917 834785.