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

Clonazepam is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at levels D and S, from level D (regional referral 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 8 or more sections.

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Is clonazepam available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?

Not yet. Clonazepam 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 clonazepam on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?

Yes. Clonazepam is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at levels D and S, from level D (regional referral hospital). At level D it may be prescribed by specialists, medical officers and dental officers.

Level
D (regional referral hospital), S (zonal, special and national hospitals)
Category
Anticonvulsants and Antiepileptics
Listed forms
Tablet 0.5mg, 2mg Injection: 1mg/ml
Page
NEMLIT, p. 6
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
CCouncil or district hospitalSpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer
D (listed)Regional referral hospitalSpecialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer
S (listed)Zonal, special and national hospitalsSpecialist

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

Where is clonazepam in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?

The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention clonazepam in 8 or more sections, most often section 8.3 Management of Epilepsy (p. 180). See the STG for treatment details.

  • 8.3 Management of Epilepsy, p. 180
  • 8.9.8 Headache Disorders > Lewy Body Dementia (DLB), p. 195
  • 8.12.5 Common Sleep Disorders > Parasomnias, p. 199
  • 16.15 Burning Mouth Syndrome Related to Prosthesis, p. 409
  • 23.1 Aggressive Disruptive Behaviors in Adults, p. 631
  • 23.11 Generalized Anxiety Disorder, p. 641
  • 3.12 Panic Disorder, p. 641
  • 23.14 Acute Stress Disorder and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, p. 642

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

All anticonvulsants and antiepileptics 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.