RAMIPRIL
Recalling Firm / Manufacturer: Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA INC.
(Columbus, OH, United States)
FDA Recall Number: D-0831-2026
Source Authority Disclaimer: This drug recall notice is published by Questo using official enforcement reports issued by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). It is provided for informational, academic, and clinical research purposes only. Patients should not discontinue prescribed treatments without consulting their physician or pharmacist.
Product & Identification Information
Brand, active ingredients, NDC codes, and manufacturer details
Brand / Trade Name
RAMIPRIL
Generic Name
RAMIPRIL
Active Substance(s)
Ramipril
Administration Route
Oral
National Drug Code (NDC)
76282-670
Total Quantity Recalled
a) 25,970 bottles; b) 2,384 bottles
Official Reason for Recall
Specific hazard or quality defect cited by the FDA
According to the official FDA enforcement report:
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: OOS result obtained for a process impurity, dicyclohexylurea (DCU).
Full Product Description
Packaging specifications and labeling details
Ramipril Capsules USP, 10 mg, packaged in a) 100 Capsules (NDC 76282-673-01) and b) 500 Capsules (NDC 76282-673-05) bottles, Rx only, Manufactured for: Exelan Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Boca Raton, FL 33432, Manufactured by: West-Ward Columbus Inc., Columbus, OH 43228.
Enforcement & Regulatory Details
FDA classification, report dates, and initiation authority
Health Hazard Classification
Class II
Current Action Status
Ongoing
FDA Enforcement Report Date
September 02, 2026
Firm Initiation Date
August 24, 2026
FDA Classification Date
Sep 03, 2026
Initiation Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Affected Lots & Batch Numbers
Product codes, lot numbers, and expiration dates
a) Lot #: AC5470A, Exp. Date July 2027 b) Lot #: AC5470B, Exp. Date July 2027
Distribution Information
Geographic scope of affected shipments
Nationwide within the United States
Safety Guidance & Actions
Standard FDA protocol for patients and healthcare providers
Patient Advisory
Check your prescription bottle or packaging against the affected lot numbers listed above. If your medication matches a recalled lot, contact your pharmacist for replacement guidance.
Healthcare Provider Guidance
Audit pharmacy stock and return affected lots to the distributor per manufacturer instructions. Notify patients where clinically indicated.
Official Source Provenance
Verified regulatory citation from U.S. FDA OpenFDA
Primary Data Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) OpenFDA API
Recall Number: D-0831-2026
Questo Retrieval Date: September 10, 2026 12:00 1789041611UTCC