Can a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) be obtained for a Substance of Abuse?
If an illegal drug has been lawfully and properly prescribed by a Medical Practitioner for a legitimate therapeutic purpose and evidence can be provided to that effect, an athlete may be eligible to apply for a TUE. In this case, the athlete must provide a detailed clinical letter from their treating doctor or specialist. If, however, cocaine was consumed in an illegal manner, a TUE would not be issued.