Ferrous in Tanzania: NEMLIT level, who can prescribe it and STG references
Ferrous is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at 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.
Last updated
New to DukadawaRx? Register as a prescriber. Licensed prescribers only; we verify your registration before you can prescribe.
Is ferrous available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?
Not yet. Ferrous 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 ferrous on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?
Yes. Ferrous is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at 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)
- Category
- Anti- anaemia Medicines (Medicines Affecting the Blood)
- Listed forms
- Tablet: 200mg (sulfate or as fumarate)
- Page
- NEMLIT, p. 17
| Level | Facility | Who may prescribe |
|---|---|---|
| A (listed) | Dispensary | Specialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer, Assistant Clinical Officer |
| B | Health centre | Specialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer, Clinical Officer |
| C | Council or district hospital | Specialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer, Assistant Medical Officer |
| D | Regional referral hospital | Specialist, Medical Officer, Dental Officer |
| S | Zonal, special and national hospitals | Specialist |
A medicine is listed from the lowest facility level where it should be available.
Where is ferrous in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?
The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention ferrous in 8 or more sections, most often section 11.7.1 Antenatal Care > Anemia in Pregnancy (p. 273). See the STG for treatment details.
- 11.7.1 Antenatal Care > Anemia in Pregnancy, p. 273
- 24.1.1 Micronutrient Deficiencies > Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA), p. 661
- 3.1.1 Anaemia > Iron Deficiency Anaemia, p. 72
- 11.1.1.3 Bleeding in Pregnancy > Abortion > Incomplete Abortion, p. 263
- 3.1.2 Anaemia > Megaloblastic Anemia, p. 73
- 8.12.3 Common Sleep Disorders > Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS), p. 198
- 11.8.5 Postpartum Care > Endometriosis, p. 288
- 21.1.8 Chronic Kidney Diseases (CKD) > CKD Associated Anaemia, p. 533
Sections that mention Ferrous, most mentions first. Positions only: see the STG for treatment details.
Related medicines
- Darbepoetin alfaNEMLIT S · Not on the DukaDawa network yet
- ErythropoietinNEMLIT D · Not on the DukaDawa network yet
- Ferrous salt + folic acidNEMLIT A · Not on the DukaDawa network yet
- Folic acidNEMLIT A · Not on the DukaDawa network yet
- Hydroxocobalamin (Vitamin B12)NEMLIT C · Not on the DukaDawa network yet
- Iron SucroseNEMLIT D · Not on the DukaDawa network yet
- Methyl cobalaminNEMLIT C · Not on the DukaDawa network yet
Sources
- Standard Treatment Guidelines and National Essential Medicines List (STG/NEMLIT), 7th edition, 2026, Ministry of Health, United Republic of Tanzania
Page last updated
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.