Tolterodine in Tanzania: NEMLIT level, who can prescribe it and STG references
Tolterodine is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at level S (zonal, special and national hospitals). 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 1 section.
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Is tolterodine available on the DukaDawa pharmacy network?
Not yet. Tolterodine 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 tolterodine on the NEMLIT, and who can prescribe it?
Yes. Tolterodine is on Tanzania's National Essential Medicines List (NEMLIT, 7th edition, 2026) at level S (zonal, special and national hospitals). At level S it may be prescribed by specialists.
- Level
- S (zonal, special and national hospitals)
- Category
- Medicines for Overactive Bladder (Dialysis Solution and Other Related Medicines)
- Listed forms
- Tablet : 1mg, 2mg, 4mg
- Page
- NEMLIT, p. 26
| Level | Facility | Who may prescribe |
|---|---|---|
| A | 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 (listed) | Zonal, special and national hospitals | Specialist |
A medicine is listed from the lowest facility level where it should be available.
Where is tolterodine in the Standard Treatment Guidelines?
The Standard Treatment Guidelines (7th edition, 2026) mention tolterodine in 1 section, most often section 21.11.12 Urology Disorders > Male Incontinence (p. 564). See the STG for treatment details.
- 21.11.12 Urology Disorders > Male Incontinence, p. 564
Sections that mention Tolterodine, most mentions first. Positions only: see the STG for treatment details.
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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.