Important Patient Notice – Please Read
Some cartons of Ramipril 2.5 mg Capsules manufactured by Crescent Pharma Ltd (batch GR155023) may contain blister strips of Ramipril 10 mg Capsules due to a packaging error at the manufacturing site. This could result in patients unintentionally taking a higher dose than prescribed.
Information for patients
If you have been prescribed Ramipril 2.5 mg Capsules and have a Crescent Pharma Ltd pack:
- Check the outer carton:
- If the batch number is NOT GR155023, you can continue to use your medicine as normal.
- If the batch number IS GR155023, open the pack and check the blister strips inside.
- Check the blister strips:
- If the blister strips are labelled Ramipril 2.5 mg Capsules, you may continue to take your medicine as prescribed.
- If any blister strip is labelled Ramipril 10 mg Capsules, do not take the medicine.
If you find Ramipril 10 mg Capsules in a 2.5 mg pack:
- Stop taking the capsules immediately.
- Contact your pharmacy for advice and return the pack.
- Contact your GP or prescriber to discuss your treatment and obtain a new prescription if needed.
Click here to read the full safety alert issued by the MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency)
