Medicines for Prophylaxis (Antimigraine Medicines) in Tanzania: NEMLIT medicines, brands and prices

Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) lists 1 medicine under Medicines for Prophylaxis (Antimigraine Medicines). None of them is on the DukaDawa pharmacy network yet.

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Which medicines for prophylaxis can I get on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?

None of the medicines for prophylaxis is on the DukaDawa pharmacy network yet.

Which medicines for prophylaxis are on Tanzania's NEMLIT?

The NEMLIT (7th edition, 2026) lists 1 medicine under Medicines for Prophylaxis: Propranolol.

NEMLIT rows under Medicines for Prophylaxis (STG/NEMLIT 7th edition, 2026), with our pages for each medicine.
MedicineLevelListed formsPage
PropranololATablet 40mg as hydrochloride)p. 12

Who can prescribe medicines for prophylaxis in Tanzania?

It depends on each medicine's NEMLIT level. This category has medicines at level A; level A medicines may be prescribed by specialists, medical officers, dental officers, assistant medical officers, clinical officers and assistant clinical officers.

Who may prescribe at each NEMLIT level (STG/NEMLIT 7th edition, Part I, Table 1). Levels used in this category are highlighted.
LevelFacilityWho may prescribe
A (listed)DispensarySpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer, Assistant Clinical Officer
BHealth 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

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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.

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