A batch of the medication is being recalled
Ellen Jenne Senior U35 Spare Time Writer and Steffan Rhys Deputy Content Hub Director
12:33, 12 Mar 2026Updated 10:29, 13 Mar 2026
A recall of a batch of blood pressure medication has been issued(Image: Getty)
A specific batch of blood pressure medication has been recalled following a packaging error at the manufacturing facility. Crescent Pharma Limited is recalling one batch of Ramipril 5 mg capsules as a precautionary measure because a potential manufacturing error may have led to two blood pressure medicines being packaged incorrectly.
The product recall was announced by the UK government as well as by others, including the drug’s manufacturer, Crescent Pharma, and supermarkets and pharmacies where it is available. This action is being taken as a precaution after it was discovered that a pack contained different medication. The batch should have contained Ramipril 5mg capsules, but was instead packed with Amlodipine 5mg tablets.
The product batch affected is Ramipril 5mg Capsules, Batch GR164099, reports the Express. No other Ramipril 5mg capsules or products are affected by the recall.
The batch code can be found on the outer carton(Image: Tesco)
Shareen Doak, Deputy Director, Benefit-Risk Evaluation, at the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said: “If you take Ramipril, check the packaging for batch number GR164099. The batch number and expiry date information can be found on the outer carton. If you have received this batch, check that the medication name on the carton matches the blister strips inside.
“If the carton contains blister strips that are labelled as Amlodipine 5 mg tablets, contact your dispensing pharmacy. If the carton contains blister strips that are correctly labelled as Ramipril 5 mg Capsules, you do not need to take further action.
“If you have an affected pack and think you may have taken the Amlodipine 5 mg Tablets that were supplied in error, and you are currently experiencing any side effects, then please seek immediate medical advice. Please take the leaflet that came with your medicine and any remaining tablets with you to your pharmacy or GP practice.
“If you’ve already taken Amlodipine, please be reassured that there is a very low risk to your health. Both medications are used to treat high blood pressure, however because your body may not be used to a different type of medicine, your blood pressure may become lower than normal, and you may experience dizziness because of taking amlodipine. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.”
In its recall to its own customers, Tesco said in a statement: “We understand that this news may cause concern and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.
“Both medications are used to treat high blood pressure, however because your body may not be used to a different type of medicine, your blood pressure may become lower than normal, and you may experience dizziness as a result of taking amlodipine.
“If you are unsure or have any questions, please seek advice from your pharmacy or other healthcare professionals responsible for your care. If you’ve already taken Amlodipine, please be reassured that there is a very low risk to your health.”
Tesco is urging customers to inspect any boxes of Ramipril 5mg for the batch code GR164099, which can be located on the outer packaging.
Customers who have purchased the affected product are strongly advised not to use it. The impacted product can be returned to any Tesco Pharmacy for a complete refund.
Further details can be found on the government website. For additional assistance and information, customers are encouraged to email medinfo@crescentpharma. com.
To report side effects, email safety@crescentpharma. com or call 01217 901596.
Alternatively, Tesco Customer Services can also be contacted via the contact us page, where a variety of communication methods are available.