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

Flumazenil 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 2 sections.

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Is flumazenil available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?

Not yet. Flumazenil 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 flumazenil on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?

Yes. Flumazenil 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
Injectable Medicines and Other Pre-Medication (Anaesthetics, Preoperative Medicines and Medical Gases)
Listed forms
Injection 0.2mg (IV); Injection:100mcg/mL in 5mL
Page
NEMLIT, p. 3
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 flumazenil in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?

The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention flumazenil in 2 sections, most often section 2.1.1 Anaesthesia > Pre-anesthetic review and premedication (p. 58). See the STG for treatment details.

  • 2.1.1 Anaesthesia > Pre-anesthetic review and premedication, p. 58
  • 25.2.4 Specific poisons > Organophosphorus and Carbamate Compounds Poisoning, p. 699

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

All injectable medicines and other pre-medication 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.