Abu Dhabi's Department of Health (DOH) said Wednesday, October 14, 2026, that it has fully revoked one doctor's practising licence and suspended a second physician's licence following violations tied to controlled-medicine regulations. the breaches involved inadequate clinical assessments, insufficient follow-up of patients, and deficient medical documentation when prescribing controlled drugs. The authority said the step was taken to safeguard patient safety across the emirate. It did not name the two doctors, disclose the hospital or clinic where they practised, or specify which medications were involved.
Controlled medicines in the UAE are substances regulated by the government because of their potential for abuse and dependence, split into two categories: Class A narcotic and psychotropic drugs, and semi-controlled Class B medicines. The list includes painkillers such as morphine and fentanyl, psychotropic medications like benzodiazepines, ADHD stimulants, and sedatives. Residents and visitors who need to bring these medicines into the country must first obtain approval from the Ministry of Health and Prevention.
The action is part of the DOH's continuing oversight of how doctors and healthcare facilities across Abu Dhabi handle prescriptions for sensitive medications, with the authority signalling it will keep enforcing compliance among licensed practitioners in the emirate.