Atropine in Tanzania: NEMLIT level, who can prescribe it and STG references

Atropine is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at levels A and B, from level A (dispensary). 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 8 or more sections.

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Is atropine available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?

Not yet. Atropine 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 atropine on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?

Yes. Atropine is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at levels A and B, from level A (dispensary). At level A it may be prescribed by specialists, medical officers, dental officers, assistant medical officers, clinical officers and assistant clinical officers.

Level
A (dispensary), B (health centre)
Category
Injectable Medicines and Other Pre-Medication (Anaesthetics, Preoperative Medicines and Medical Gases)
Listed forms
Injection 1mg (as sulfate in 1mL ampoule); Drops 0.5%, 1% w/v; Ointment 1%
Page
NEMLIT, p. 3
Who may prescribe at each NEMLIT level (STG/NEMLIT 7th edition, Part I, Table 1). Levels listed for this medicine are highlighted.
LevelFacilityWho may prescribe
A (listed)DispensarySpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer, Assistant Clinical Officer
B (listed)Health centreSpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer
CCouncil or district hospitalSpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer
DRegional referral hospitalSpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer
SZonal, special and national hospitalsSpecialist

A medicine is listed from the lowest facility level where it should be available.

Where is atropine in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?

The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention atropine in 8 or more sections, most often section 25.2.4 Specific poisons > Organophosphorus and Carbamate Compounds Poisoning (p. 699). See the STG for treatment details.

  • 25.2.4 Specific poisons > Organophosphorus and Carbamate Compounds Poisoning, p. 699
  • 4.3.3 Protozoa and Others > Snake Bites, p. 120
  • 14.1.2 Major Blinding Eye Diseases > Cataract, p. 333
  • 14.1.6.2 Major Blinding Eye Diseases > Refractive Errors and Optical surface disorders > Myopia (Short sightedness), p. 346
  • 2.1.1 Anaesthesia > Pre-anesthetic review and premedication, p. 58
  • 2.1.3 Anaesthesia > Neuromuscular Blocking Drugs (NMBD), p. 59
  • 2.1.5.3 Anaesthesia > Management of Anesthesia Complications > High spinal or total spinal anesthesia:, p. 62
  • 14.2.1.2 Painful Red Eyes > Ocular Trauma > Deep Corneal or Scleral Injuries (Penetrating), p. 349

Sections that mention Atropine, most mentions first. Positions only: see the STG for treatment details.

Related medicines

All injectable medicines and other pre-medication on the NEMLIT

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.

For licensed prescribers and pharmacists. Not medical advice. Check the Standard Treatment Guidelines before prescribing.