Urgent Recall of Ramipril Blood Pressure Tablets Used by Patients With Kidney Disease in the UK

Urgent Recall of Ramipril Blood Pressure Tablets Used by Patients With Kidney Disease in the UK

The African Caribbean Kidney Education Enterprise® (ACKEE) has learned that there has been an urgent recall of Ramipril Blood Pressure Tablets used by patients with kidney disease in the UK Health officials have issued a recall of a batch of Ramipril 5 mg capsules after reports that the wrong tablets were placed inside some packs. Ramipril is commonly prescribed to treat high blood pressure and help reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Why this matters for kidney health

High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of chronic kidney disease. Medicines such as Ramipril are often prescribed to help control blood pressure and protect the kidneys from long-term damage. Ensuring you are taking the correct medication is therefore important for both heart and kidney health.

Key points

• A batch of Ramipril 5 mg capsules has been recalled after a packaging error.

• Some packs labelled Ramipril were found to contain Amlodipine tablets instead.

• The issue was discovered after a complaint from a patient.

• Both medicines treat high blood pressure but work in different ways.

• The affected batch number is GR164099.

  
  

What patients should do

• Check the batch number on your medication packaging.

• Ensure the tablets inside match the name on the box.

• If you believe your medication is affected, return it to your pharmacist.

• Do not stop taking prescribed medication without speaking to a healthcare professional.

  
  

If you are concerned

If you take medication for high blood pressure and think your pack may be affected, speak to your GP or pharmacist for advice.

What action can you take today?

• A – Ask your pharmacist or GP

  If you take Ramipril or another blood pressure medicine, check with your pharmacist or GP if you are unsure whether your medication is affected by the recall.

• C – Check your medication packaging

  Look at the name of the medicine and the batch number on the box and blister pack. If anything does not match, return it to your pharmacy and seek advice.

• K – Know your blood pressure numbers

  High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of kidney disease. Monitor your blood pressure regularly and follow the treatment plan agreed with your healthcare professional.

• E – Ensure you take the correct medication

  Do not stop taking prescribed medication suddenly. If your medication is recalled or unavailable, your pharmacist or GP can advise on safe alternatives.

• E – Educate yourself and others

  Stay informed about medicine safety and kidney health. Share reliable information with family and friends so they know what to do if a medication recall affects them.

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