Can you import DHEA into Australia?
“In Australia, DHEA is a banned drug, and a prohibited import under the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations (Cwlth). It has no listed medical uses, and cannot be marketed.” As DHEA is a prescription-only medication in Australia, you will need to consult your doctor.”
Can I import it TGA?
Under the personal importation scheme, any individual may import a three month supply of unapproved therapeutic goods into Australia in any one importation without any approval required by the TGA provided that: the devices are for the individual’s own treatment or the treatment of immediate family.
Why is DHEA banned in Australia?
(d) DHEA is an endogenous adrenal androgenic steroid. It is not approved for use by the TGA and is regarded as experimental for the use in treatment of males. It can also be inappropriately used off label by, for example, bodybuilders other than for therapeutic purposes.
Can I send supplements to Australia?
Vitamins, supplements and therapeutics for human use are allowed into Australia if the product is: for human use—this may be supported by item labelling, an accompanying brochure, internet printout or a letter from a doctor.
What I Cannot send to Australia?
No animals, birds or insects, cheese, eggs or milk (or products containing these), meat, meat products or poultry (canned or otherwise), semen, vaccines or cultures, honey, rawhide drums, trophies or any other parts of animal products should be sent to Australia unless prior permission has been obtained from the AQIS.
What is banned from shipping to Australia?
Prohibited and Restricted Items when Sending to Australia
- Any shipment that is from, or travelled through, Somalia, Egypt or Bangladesh.
- Meat products of any description.
- Paintball guns and paintballs.
- Shipments that are multiple packages from multiple suppliers amalgamated into a single shipment.
Can I send antihistamines to Australia?
In some cases, the answer is yes. Provided all appropriate rules are followed, you can import many medicines for personal use. This includes some medicines that have not been approved for supply in Australia.