From January 1st, 2009, the new International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemptions caters for standard TUEs only. The standard TUE also caters for more common prohibited substances like, Beta-2 Agonists (inhalers for Asthmatics) and some Glucocorticosteroids (depending on method of administration).
Information for athletes regarding the use of Beta-2 Agonists (inhalers for Asthmatics) and Glucocorticosteroids can be found in the fact sheets provided on the ASADA Website:
If an athlete suffers a medical condition that a doctor can only treat with a prohibited substance, he or she is required to complete a standard TUE
How to determine if you need a TUE
| THERAPEUTIC USE EXEMPTIONS FOR ATHLETE TYPES | |||
| Athlete Type | Is a TUE required for a Prohibited Substance? | TUE for inhaled Beta-2 agonists (formoterol, salmeterol,salbutamol, terbutaline) | Non-Systemic Glucocorticosteroids (e.g. inhaled or local injection) |
| International Federation Registered Testing Pool | YES Apply to International Federation | In-Advance TUE | Required to declare on doping control form when tested # |
| ASADA Registered Testing Pool * | YES Apply direct to ASDMAC | In-Advance TUE | Required to declare on doping control form when tested |
| ASADA Domestic Test Pool and Professional Sports * | YES Apply direct to ASDMAC | Retroactive TUE ^ | Required to declare on doping control form when tested |
| All other athletes * | YES Apply direct to ASDMAC | Retroactive TUE ^ | Required to declare on doping control form when tested |
* if competing internationally, check TUE requirements with the relevant International Federation
^ in-advance TUE can be applied for (if athlete wishes)
# declare on ADAMS where possible (some International Federations require a declaration form)
Please note, the prohibited substance must NOT be taken until an approval has been given.
Once the need for a standard therapeutic use exemption has been established the athlete needs to follow the appropriate procedures for applying for an exemption through ASDMAC.
Contact ASDMAC
Tel: 02 6222 4232
Fax: 02 6222 4262
Email: asdmac@asada.gov.au
Address: PO Box 345 Curtin ACT 2605 Australia
| Other Links | |
| Standard TUE | |
| Asthma Fact Sheet | |
