Multiple Micronutrient Supplement in Tanzania: NEMLIT level, who can prescribe it and STG references
Multiple Micronutrient Supplement 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 2 sections.
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Is multiple Micronutrient Supplement available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?
Not yet. Multiple Micronutrient Supplement 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 multiple Micronutrient Supplement on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?
Yes. Multiple Micronutrient Supplement 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
- Other Medicines administered to the mother
- Listed forms
- Tablet containing: Vitamin A (retinol acetate) 800 micrograms retinol activity equivalent Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 70 mg Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) 5 micrograms (200 IU) Vitamin E (alpha tocopherol 10 mg alpha tocopherol succinate) equivalent Vitamin B1 (thiamine 1.4 mg mononitrate) Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) 1.4 mg Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) 18 mg niacin equivalent Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine 1.9 mg hydrochloride) Folic acid (folic acid) 680 micrograms dietary folate equivalent (400 micrograms) Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 2.6 micrograms Iron (ferrous fumarate) 30 mg Iodine (potassium iodide) 150 micrograms Zinc (zinc oxide) 15 mg Selenium (sodium selenite) 65 micrograms Copper (cupric oxide) 2 mg
- Page
- NEMLIT, p. 31
| 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 multiple Micronutrient Supplement in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?
The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention multiple Micronutrient Supplement in 2 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
Sections that mention Multiple Micronutrient Supplement, most mentions first. Positions only: see the STG for treatment details.
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.