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

Clarithromycin is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at level C (council or district hospital). 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 clarithromycin available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?

Not yet. Clarithromycin 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 clarithromycin on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?

Yes. Clarithromycin is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at level C (council or district hospital). At level C it may be prescribed by specialists, medical officers, dental officers and assistant medical officers.

Level
C (council or district hospital)
Category
Watch Group Antibiotics (Anti-Infective Medicines)
Listed forms
Tablet 250 mg, 500 mg
Page
NEMLIT, p. 8
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
ADispensarySpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer, Assistant Clinical Officer
BHealth centreSpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer
C (listed)Council 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 clarithromycin in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?

The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention clarithromycin in 7 sections, most often section 9.1.1.2 Respiratory Tract Infections > Pneumonia > Pneumonia in Adults (Community Acquired Pneumonia) (p. 202). See the STG for treatment details.

  • 9.1.1.2 Respiratory Tract Infections > Pneumonia > Pneumonia in Adults (Community Acquired Pneumonia), p. 202
  • 4.2.5 Viral Infections > COVID-19, p. 110
  • 9.4.3 Obstructive Lung Diseases > COPD Exacerbations, p. 215
  • 10.2.1.3 Disorders of Gastrointestinal Tract > Peptic Ulcer Disease > Helicobacter Pylori Related Peptic Ulcer Disease, p. 234
  • 15.6.6 Other Conditions of the Nose > Acute Rhinosinusitis, p. 383
  • 15.7.14 Throat Conditions > Peritonsillar Abscess (Quincy), p. 395
  • 21.2 Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter-Related Infections, p. 538

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

Related medicines

All watch group antibiotics 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.