What is the NCAA stance on dietary supplements and illegal substances?
Q: If my doctor prescribes a medication that is banned, can I take it? A: NCAA: The NCAA does recognize a legitimate medical need for certain banned substances and has an exceptions procedure. Keep in mind that a prescription is not a guarantee that a banned substance is ok to use. Professional Sports Organizations: If you are an athlete associated with a professional sport organization please go to the Drug Program Information section to find examples of approved drugs to take. Please submit your prescription for review if it is not listed as an example. High School Student-Athletes: Please visit the Drug Program Information section of your REC website for instructions or submit an REC inquiry. Back to Top Q: How long does a banned drug stay in my system? A: The amount of time it takes for a substance to clear one’s system is dependent upon many factors. The drug that was taken, amount used, duration the product was used, body composition, and metabolic rate to name a few. Unfortunate
