Atorvastatin in Tanzania: NEMLIT level, who can prescribe it and STG references
Atorvastatin is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at level B (health centre). It is not on the DukaDawa pharmacy network yet, so we show no brands or prices for it. The Standard Treatment Guidelines mention it in 7 sections.
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Is atorvastatin available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?
Not yet. Atorvastatin is not in the DukaDawa network catalogue, so we have no brands, prices or stock for it.
Prescribers can still write it on a DukadawaRx prescription, and we show it here as soon as a network pharmacy lists it.
Is atorvastatin on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?
Yes. Atorvastatin is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at level B (health centre). At level B it may be prescribed by specialists, medical officers, dental officers, assistant medical officers and clinical officers.
- Level
- B (health centre)
- Category
- Lipid Lowering Medicines (Cardiovascular Medicines)
- Listed forms
- Tablet 10mg; 20mg; 40mg
- Page
- NEMLIT, p. 20
| Level | Facility | Who may prescribe |
|---|---|---|
| A | Dispensary | Specialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer, Assistant Clinical Officer |
| B (listed) | Health centre | Specialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer |
| C | Council or district hospital | Specialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer |
| D | Regional referral hospital | Specialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer |
| S | Zonal, special and national hospitals | Specialist |
A medicine is listed from the lowest facility level where it should be available.
Where is atorvastatin in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?
The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention atorvastatin in 7 sections, most often section 20.2 Management of Dyslipidemias (p. 492). See the STG for treatment details.
- 20.2 Management of Dyslipidemias, p. 492
- 20.4.2 Acute Coronary Syndrome > Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI), p. 494
- 8.2.3 Initial Management of Stroke > Initial management of Acute Ischemic Stroke, p. 178
- 19.8 Diabetes and Cardiovascular Diseases, p. 478
- 20.3 Chronic Stable Coronary Artery Disease (CSCAD) / ISCHAEMIC Heart Disease (IHD), p. 492
- 20.4.3 Acute Coronary Syndrome > ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI), p. 495
- 24.7.6 Clinical Conditions, Disorders and their Nutritional Management > Neurological Diseases and Disorders, p. 685
Sections that mention Atorvastatin, most mentions first. Positions only: see the STG for treatment details.
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Sources
- Standard Treatment Guidelines and National Essential Medicines List (STG/NEMLIT), 7th edition, 2026, Ministry of Health, United Republic of Tanzania
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STG positions are section numbers and printed page numbers only.
This page supports licensed prescribers and pharmacists. It is not medical advice and does not replace the Standard Treatment Guidelines, the product information or professional judgement. Prices and stock change often: confirm with the pharmacy.