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Wrong Pills Shipped: BP Med Recall!
10 Feb
Summary
- Blood pressure medication recalled due to possible wrong drug in bottles.
- Patients can identify incorrect pills by their distinct shape and markings.
- Swapping medication can cause dangerous side effects and blood pressure spikes.
A recall has been issued for two specific lots of MAR-Amlodipine 5 milligram tablets, a medication prescribed for high blood pressure and chest pain. The recall, initiated by Marcan Pharmaceuticals Inc. and announced by Health Canada, stems from a packaging error. It is possible that some bottles contain midodrine 2.5 milligram tablets, which are intended for the treatment of low blood pressure.
Patients who have received the recalled medication are advised to visually inspect their tablets. The correct MAR-Amlodipine 5mg tablets are white or off-white, flat, eight-sided, and marked with '210' and '5'. Conversely, the mislabeled midodrine 2.5mg tablets are white, round, and imprinted with 'M2' on one side. Health Canada urges anyone with the round tablets to return their medication to the pharmacy for a replacement.
The consequences of inadvertently taking midodrine instead of amlodipine can be severe. Health Canada warns that such a substitution could result in a dangerous elevation of blood pressure, leading to symptoms like dizziness, fainting, and potential organ damage. Individuals experiencing dizziness, unusually high blood pressure, or slow heart rates should contact a healthcare professional immediately. Furthermore, anyone exhibiting symptoms of chest pain, sudden severe headache, speech impairment, or sudden weakness should seek emergency medical attention.
