Pharmacies and patients prescribed a popular high blood pressure medication are urged to promptly inspect the packaging. Crescent Pharma Limited is recalling a specific batch of Ramipril 5mg Capsules as a precautionary step due to a potential manufacturing error that might have resulted in incorrect packaging of two blood pressure medications.
Following a complaint from a pharmacy, it was discovered that a pack labeled as Ramipril 5mg Capsules (batch number GR164099) actually contained blister strips of Amlodipine 5mg Tablets. Both medications are manufactured by the same company at the same facility, with the mistake likely occurring during the packaging process.
Patients using Ramipril are advised to verify the packaging for batch number GR164099 and return any packs with Amlodipine-labeled blister strips to their pharmacist. According to a statement on Gov.uk, the risk of patients receiving the wrong blood pressure medication by mistake is low.
Ramipril is commonly used to manage high blood pressure, heart failure, and is prescribed post-heart attack to prevent future strokes, heart attacks, and kidney issues. The most frequent side effect may be dizziness due to low blood pressure.
Shareen Doak, Deputy Director of Benefit-Risk Evaluation at the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), emphasized the importance of checking the packaging for batch number GR164099 and ensuring that the medication name matches the blister strips inside.
In case of an affected pack containing Amlodipine tablets taken in error and experiencing side effects, immediate medical advice is recommended. The MHRA has instructed pharmacy and healthcare professionals to return all remaining stock to suppliers, ensuring the safety and efficacy of medicines and medical devices in the UK.
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