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Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUE)

When treatment is necessary, your right to compete clean is protected with a TUE.

A TUE allows an athlete to use a prohibited substance or method if it's medically justified. Below you'll find key topics to help you understand eligibility, process, and recognition.

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TUE Application Form

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Therapeutic Use Exemption application form (English and Armenian).

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Last updated: Jan 01, 2021

TUE Standard

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International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemptions.

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Last updated: Jan 01, 2021

TUE Key Topics

What is a therapeutic use exemption (TUE)?

Overview of what a TUE is, why it exists, and who it protects.

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What are the criteria for granting a TUE?

Key medical and anti-doping conditions required for a TUE to be granted.

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Who should apply for a TUE? Where and when to apply?

Who needs a TUE, which bodies to contact, and when to apply.

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Can I get a retroactive TUE?

When a retroactive TUE may be accepted and what it means.

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How to apply to the Anti-Doping Agency SNCO for a TUE?

Application steps, required documents, and helpful tips.

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What happens at major events?

How TUEs are handled during major competitions.

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When will I receive a decision on my TUE application?

Expected timeline and what affects review speed.

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What if I need to renew my TUE?

When and how to renew your TUE to stay compliant.

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What if my Anti-Doping Agency SNCO’s TUE application is denied?

Possible reasons for denial and available appeal paths.

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What if my Anti-Doping Agency SNCO’s TUE is not recognized by my international federation?

How to address cross-federation TUE recognition issues.

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Will my medical information be treated confidentially?

How medical data is handled and who can access it.

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Contact information

How to reach the Anti-Doping Agency SNCO for TUE inquiries.

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