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Ibuprofen 200mg Tablets, Ibucalm 200mg tablets recalled over a packaging defect

Packaging or device defectMedium riskClass 3

Aspar Pharmaceuticals Ltd is recalling specific batches distributed in Aspar, Almus and Numark livery. The batches are being recalled as a precautionary measure following findings of foil perforations in some blisters.

Check your product

Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

11 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Product 1 24

    Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
    • 250135 Almus
    • 250399 Almus
    • 250125 Numark
    ExpiryOn the carton, blister or label.
    • 31/12/2026
    • 30/06/2027
    First distributedOn the product, its label or its packaging.
    • 18/06/2025
    • 04/08/2025
    • 27/05/2025

  • Product 2 48

    Batch code
    • 250109 Aspar
    Expiry
    • 31/12/2026
    First distributed
    • 25/03/2025

What to do now

The problem with Ibuprofen 200mg Tablets, Ibucalm 200mg tablets is the pack or device, such as a syringe, cap, blister or inhaler.

  1. Keep taking your medicine unless a healthcare professional tells you otherwise.
  2. Check the batch number and expiry date on your pack against the list on this page.
  3. If it matches, your pharmacist can swap it or arrange an alternative.
  4. Report suspected side effects to the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.

Why it matters. A faulty cap, seal, syringe or inhaler can mean a missed or wrong dose, or contamination of the product.

Symptoms and when to get help

Look out for

  • a side effect you have not had before
  • your condition not being controlled as well as usual

Get help urgently

  • signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face or throat or difficulty breathing — call 999
  • if you feel unwell and are worried, speak to a pharmacist, your GP or NHS 111

This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.

Replacements and prescriptions

Talk to the pharmacist who dispensed the medicine. They have the batch information and can arrange a replacement.

If you bought it over the counter, return it to the pharmacy or shop for a refund or replacement.

From the official notice

Published by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (EL(26)A/07). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Aspar Pharmaceuticals Ltd is recalling specific batches distributed in Aspar, Almus and Numark livery. The batches are being recalled as a precautionary measure following findings of foil perforations in some blisters.

The risk

DMRC reference number DMRC- 38319360 Marketing Authorisation Holder

Advice for healthcare professionals

Stop supplying the above batches immediately. Quarantine all stock and return it to your supplier using your supplier’s approved process.

No further action is required by patients as this recall is being undertaken at a Pharmacy and Wholesaler level as a precautionary measure. Patients should continue to take medicines from these batches as prescribed by your healthcare professional.

Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about the medication should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme .

Advice for patients

No further action is required by patients as this recall is being undertaken at a Pharmacy and Wholesaler level as a precautionary measure. Patients should continue to take medicines from these batches as prescribed by your healthcare professional.

Patients who experience adverse reactions or have any questions about the medication should seek medical attention. Any suspected adverse reactions should also be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card scheme .

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Questions

Why has Ibuprofen 200mg Tablets, Ibucalm 200mg tablets been recalled?

The problem with Ibuprofen 200mg Tablets, Ibucalm 200mg tablets is the pack or device, such as a syringe, cap, blister or inhaler. A faulty cap, seal, syringe or inhaler can mean a missed or wrong dose, or contamination of the product.

How do I know if my medicine is affected?

Compare the batch code, expiry and date code on your pack with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.

What should I do now?

Keep taking your medicine unless a healthcare professional tells you otherwise. Check the batch number and expiry date on your pack against the list on this page.

Do I need a new prescription?

Talk to the pharmacist who dispensed the medicine. They have the batch information and can arrange a replacement. If you bought it over the counter, return it to the pharmacy or shop for a refund or replacement.

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