Regular insulin in Tanzania: NEMLIT level, who can prescribe it and STG references
Regular insulin 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 5 sections.
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Is regular insulin available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?
Not yet. Regular insulin 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 regular insulin on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?
Yes. Regular insulin 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
- Short Acting Insulins (Medicines Used for Diabetes and Related Disorders)
- Listed forms
- Solution for injection (vial, cartridge, pre-filled pen) 100 IU/ml
- Page
- NEMLIT, p. 23
| 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 regular insulin in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?
The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention regular insulin in 5 sections, most often section 19.7 Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic States (p. 475). See the STG for treatment details.
- 19.7 Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic States, p. 475
- 19.1.1 Diabetes Mellitus > Diabetes Mellitus in Pregnancy, p. 466
- 1.20.3 Electrolyte disturbances > Hyperkalemia, p. 56
- 11.7.12 Antenatal Care > Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy, p. 280
- 19.1.2 Diabetes Mellitus > Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (Childhood diabetes), p. 470
Sections that mention Regular insulin, 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.