PCA(P)(2026)07 - Serious Shortage Protocol: Ramipril 1.25mg

Published: 23rd April 2026

Introduction

A UK‑wide Serious Shortage Protocol (SSP) has been issued for ramipril 1.25mg capsules. The SSP applies between 22nd April and 29th May 2026 and sets out how community pharmacists should manage supply during this period.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What medicine does this SSP apply to?

  This SSP applies to ramipril 1.25mg capsules.

• When is the SSP in place?

  From 22nd April 2026 to 29th May 2026.

• What does SSP087 allow pharmacists to do?

  It allows pharmacists to restrict supply to one month’s quantity when prescriptions exceed one month.

• Does the SSP allow substitution to a different medicine?

  No. It only allows restriction of quantity, not substitution to a different product.

• Does the SSP apply to NHS and private prescriptions?

  Yes. It applies to both NHS and private prescriptions, including cross‑border prescriptions.

• Where can pharmacists find the SSP details?

  Details are published on the NHS Business Services Authority website and within SSP087.