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NHIA medicines benefit list

Is Paracetamol covered by NHIS?

Yes. Paracetamol is on the NHIA medicines benefit list in 5 listed forms, so it can be prescribed and reimbursed under NHIA health insurance plans.
On the NHIA list5 forms listed

Listed forms & strengths

5
NHIS codeDosage formStrengthsPresentation
NHIS-02-03-02Tablets500mgTab
NHIS-02-03-03Suppository100 mgSupp.
NHIS-02-03-04Syrup/suspension125mg/5ml60mls
NHIS-02-03-05Drop125mg/5ml15mls
NHIS-02-03-06Injection150mg/mlAmp.
What this means for you

Covered in principle, confirmed by your HMO

Being on the benefit list means NHIA plans can pay for Paracetamol. Whether yours does, and at which facility, depends on your plan and your HMO. Check the accredited HMO register or ask your provider, and see official NHIA procedure tariffs for what treatments are reimbursed at. This page is a register record, not medical advice.

Source: NHIA medicines benefit list · fetched Aug 2026.