Ramipril: Slightly delayed delivery

There has been a delay in the delivery of ramipril, but most presentations are available now.

Slight delay on ramipril

There had been a slight delay on ramipril capsules. All presentations, except the 2.5 mg, should now be available from wholesalers.

We are advised that the 2.5 mg presentation (pharmacode 2635755) is in the country. It may take a few days for stock to reach wholesalers. 

Schedule listing for ramipril(external link)

Starting people on ramipril

He Ako Hiringa have developed a resource that summarises the recent and upcoming changes to ACE inhibitor availability. It also provides a dose equivalence table and advice for switching between medicines.

Changing ACEs: The new line up(external link)