Inhalational Medicines (Anaesthetics, Preoperative Medicines and Medical Gases) in Tanzania: NEMLIT medicines, brands and prices
Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) lists 3 medicines under Inhalational Medicines (Anaesthetics, Preoperative Medicines and Medical Gases). None of them is on the DukaDawa pharmacy network yet.
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Which inhalational medicines can I get on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?
None of the inhalational medicines is on the DukaDawa pharmacy network yet.
Which inhalational medicines are on Tanzania's NEMLIT?
The NEMLIT (7th edition, 2026) lists 3 medicines under Inhalational Medicines: Isoflurane, Oxygen and Sevoflurane.
| Medicine | Level | Listed forms | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isoflurane | B | Liquid for inhalation, 250mL | p. 3 |
| Oxygen | B | Cylinder (medical gas) for inhalation | p. 3 |
| Sevoflurane | S | Inhalation | p. 3 |
Who can prescribe inhalational medicines in Tanzania?
It depends on each medicine's NEMLIT level. This category has medicines at levels B and S; level B medicines may be prescribed by specialists, medical officers, dental officers, assistant medical officers and clinical officers.
| 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 (listed) | Zonal, special and national hospitals | Specialist |
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Sources: Standard Treatment Guidelines and National Essential Medicines List (STG/NEMLIT), 7th edition, 2026, Ministry of Health; DukaDawa pharmacy network. Category names as printed in the NEMLIT.
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.