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

Diclofenac is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at levels A and C, 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 diclofenac available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?

Not yet. Diclofenac 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 diclofenac on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?

Yes. Diclofenac is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at levels A and C, 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), C (council or district hospital)
Category
Non-opioids and Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Medicines (NSAIMs) (Medicines for Pain and Palliative Care)
Listed forms
Injection 25mg/mL; Recto caps 100mg (slow release); Gel.; Tablet (Sodium/Potassium salt) 50mg, 100mg;
Page
NEMLIT, p. 4
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
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 diclofenac in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?

The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention diclofenac in 8 or more sections, most often section 18.12 Closed fractures (p. 459). See the STG for treatment details.

  • 18.12 Closed fractures, p. 459
  • 1.16.1 Approach to Pain > Approach to Chest Pain, p. 48
  • 1.16.3 Approach to Pain > Headache, p. 50
  • 16.3 Dental Caries, p. 402
  • 16.9 Impacted tooth/teeth, p. 405
  • 17.2.1 Inflammatory condition > Osteoarthritis, p. 439
  • 17.2.3 Inflammatory condition > Tendinopathies, p. 440
  • 17.2.4 Inflammatory condition > Plantar Fasciitis, p. 441

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

Related medicines

All non-opioids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (nsaims) 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.