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Why checking Global DRO matters

Global DRO is an internationally recognised medication checker developed specifically for sport.
 

Why use Global DRO

Administering medication

Administering medications

A guide for sports on administering medications to children, young people and adults-at-risk.
 

Check the guide

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Status of Asthma medication in sport

Check the status of Asthma medications in sport, including Beta-2 agonists and Glucocorticoids.
 

Check the status

Science is the foundation of all the anti-doping work we do – from analysing athlete biological passports, to providing advice on how different substances interact with athlete physiology, to helping educate sports doctors and athletes.

— SIA CEO, Dr Sarah Benson PSM

Australian Sports Drug Medical Advisory Committee (ASDMAC)

An independent panel of medical specialists helping to protect Australian athletes, appointed by the Federal Minister for Sport.
 

About ASDMAC

2026 Prohibited List

The annual update to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List, came into effect on 1 January 2026. Learn the major modifications.
 

2026 Prohibited List

Supplements in sport

Taking a supplement is a risk for athletes.
There are dangers of doping and potential risks to their health and sporting career.
 

Sport supplements

For health professionals

Anti-Doping Rule Violations

Australia has a process to determine if an athlete or support person has committed a possible Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV).

eLearning courses

Online courses for sport and exercise physicians and medical practitioners, who work with athletes.

Global DRO

The Global Drug Reference Online (Global DRO website) has information about the status of specific medications in sport.

Illicit drugs in sport

Illicit drug use can affect health and sporting careers with bans up to 4 years, if the drug was used in-competition.

Integrity webinars

Topics to inform and educate sporting organisations, members, administrators, athletes and support personnel.

On Side podcast

Stories and insights from athletes, coaches, officials, administrators and others closely linked to sport.

Resources for you

Fact sheets, checklists, flyers and other resources for medical practitioners in sport.

Supplement risk analysis

Different types of substances come with different risks. Check the categories to understand more.

Therapeutic Use Exemption form

Download the Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) application form.


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