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

Erythropoietin is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at 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 3 sections.

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Is erythropoietin available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?

Not yet. Erythropoietin 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 erythropoietin on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?

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

Level
D (regional referral hospital)
Category
Anti- anaemia Medicines (Medicines Affecting the Blood)
Listed forms
Injection: 2000 unit/ml; 4000 units/mL
Page
NEMLIT, p. 17
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
SZonal, special and national hospitalsSpecialist

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

Where is erythropoietin in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?

The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention erythropoietin in 3 sections, most often section 21.1.8 Chronic Kidney Diseases (CKD) > CKD Associated Anaemia (p. 533). See the STG for treatment details.

  • 21.1.8 Chronic Kidney Diseases (CKD) > CKD Associated Anaemia, p. 533
  • 3.5 Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, p. 84
  • 14.2.1.3 Painful Red Eyes > Ocular Trauma > Traumatic Optic neuropathy, p. 350

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

All anti- anaemia medicines 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.