Crescent Pharma Limited, Ramipril 10mg capsules
Crescent Pharma Limited is recalling one batch of Ramipril 10mg Capsules as a precautionary measure due to a potential error at the manufacturing site.
Some cartons of Ramipril 10mg Capsules, manufactured by Crescent Pharma Limited, may contain blister strips of Ramipril 5 mg Capsule.
All packs from the impacted batch of Ramipril 10 mg Capsule, (Batch Number GR174091) are being recalled as a precautionary measure.
If you were prescribed Ramipril 10 mg Capsules and have received the impacted product batch (Batch Number GR174091) please check that the carton contains the correct medication. The batch number and expiry date information can be found on outer carton.
- If the carton contains blister strips that are labelled and contain Ramipril 5 mg capsule, contact your dispensing pharmacy in the first instance. If the carton contains blister strips that are labelled and contain Ramipril 10 mg Capsules, you do not need to take further action.
- If you are unsure or have any questions, please seek advice from your pharmacy or other healthcare professionals responsible for your care.
Please take the leaflet that came with your medicine and any remaining capsules with you to your pharmacy or GP practice.
Both strengths are used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure and kidney disease. Any possible impact of a lower dose of ramipril is expected to be gradual rather than immediate or life threatening.
For reference, the description of the products are as follows:
Ramipril 10 mg Capsules: Capsules are light grey and dark green capsules, marked with “R” on the cap and “10” on the body.
Ramipril 5mg Capsule: Capsules are light grey and green gelatin capsules, marked with “R” on the cap and “5” on the body.
See below for images showing the different medicines and where to find the batch number of the product and the identification of the incorrect blister strip.
Ramipril 10 mg Capsules – Batch GR174091 Outer carton and BN/Exp Date information
Ramipril 5mg Capsule – Batch GR164094 Representing images of incorrect blister strip
Representing images of incorrect Capsule in 10mg pack
Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about the medication should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.