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FDA Devices recall · Reported March 23, 2022

20548 Vitale Silver calcium Alginate Dressings 4x8, 5/box

Firm discovered that an incorrect version of the Instructions for Use (IFU) containing language beyond the cleared 510(k) were inserted in the affected products. Firm is replacing…

Recall #
Z-0805-2022
Affected scope
11770 ea
Initiated
December 15, 2021
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CellEra LLC recalled 20548 Vitale Silver calcium Alginate Dressings 4x8, 5/box — a low-severity action.

20548 Vitale Silver calcium Alginate Dressings 4x8, 5/box was recalled by CellEra LLC in March 23, 2022. Reason: Firm discovered that an incorrect version of the Instructions for Use (IFU) containing language beyond the cl…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0805-2022 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

CellEra LLC issued this low-severity FDA Devices recall — Firm discovered that an incorrect version of the Instructions for Use (IFU) containing language beyond the cl….

Low
severity level
Class III
classification
March 23, 2022
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0805-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0805-2022) was formally reported on March 23, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 15, 2021. It is classified under Low severity (Class III), with a current status of Terminated. CellEra LLC is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Monroe, OH. Federal records list the affected scope as 11770 ea.

The documented reason for this recall is: Firm discovered that an incorrect version of the Instructions for Use (IFU) containing language beyond the cleared 510(k) were inserted in the affected products. Firm is replacing these with the correct version of the I… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide distribution.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified low severity.

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Severity

Low

Affected scope

11770 ea

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

20548 Vitale Silver calcium Alginate Dressings 4x8, 5/box

Reason for recall

Firm discovered that an incorrect version of the Instructions for Use (IFU) containing language beyond the cleared 510(k) were inserted in the affected products. Firm is replacing these with the correct version of the IFU.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Low (Class III)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0805-2022
Date reported March 23, 2022
Date initiated December 15, 2021
Recalling firm CellEra LLC
Firm location Monroe, OH
Affected scope 11770 ea
Distribution US Nationwide distribution.

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
20548 Vitale Silver calcium Alginate Dressings 4x8, 5/box. Recalled by CellEra LLC. Units affected: 11770 ea.
Why was this product recalled?
Firm discovered that an incorrect version of the Instructions for Use (IFU) containing language beyond the cleared 510(k) were inserted in the affected products. Firm is replacing these with the correct version of the IFU.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 23, 2022. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-0805-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide distribution..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0805-2022) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported March 23, 2022.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records — no number is typed in by an editor. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of June 2026.