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FDA Devices recall · Reported September 14, 2016

ReliaMed¿ Silver Alginate/CMC. Each dressing is packed in a pouch (primary packaging), each pouch is packed in a carton (secondary packaging) holding multiple (depending on stock keeping unit) pouches and each carton contains one (1) Instructions For Use (IFU) leaflet.

On 08 January 2015 AMS Sole Customer for the products notified AMS of the issue after discovering the misplaced IFUs during its review of packaging in its warehouse

Recall #
Z-2719-2016
Affected scope
47,569 cartons
Initiated
January 15, 2015
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Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd. recalled ReliaMed¿ Silver Alginate/CMC. Each dressing is packed in a pouch (primary packaging), ea… - a moderate-severity action.

ReliaMed¿ Silver Alginate/CMC. Each dressing is packed in a pouch (primary packaging), ea… was recalled by Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd. in September 14, 2016. Reason: On 08 January 2015 AMS Sole Customer for the products notified AMS of the issue after discovering the mispla…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2719-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-On 08 January 2015 AMS Sole Customer for the products notified AMS of the issue after discovering the mispla….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
September 14, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2719-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2719-2016) was formally reported on September 14, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on January 15, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Winsford. Federal records list the affected scope as 47,569 cartons.

The documented reason for this recall is: On 08 January 2015 AMS Sole Customer for the products notified AMS of the issue after discovering the misplaced IFUs during its review of packaging in its warehouse Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: OH. 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, 3 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 its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

47,569 cartons

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

ReliaMed¿ Silver Alginate/CMC. Each dressing is packed in a pouch (primary packaging), each pouch is packed in a carton (secondary packaging) holding multiple (depending on stock keeping unit) pouches and each carton contains one (1) Instructions For Use (IFU) leaflet.

Reason for recall

On 08 January 2015 AMS Sole Customer for the products notified AMS of the issue after discovering the misplaced IFUs during its review of packaging in its warehouse

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-2719-2016
Date reported September 14, 2016
Date initiated January 15, 2015
Recalling firm Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd.
Firm location Winsford
Affected scope 47,569 cartons
Distribution OH

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

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  • Check the recall number (Z-2719-2016) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ReliaMed¿ Silver Alginate/CMC. Each dressing is packed in a pouch (primary packaging), each pouch is packed in a carton (secondary packaging) holding multiple (depending on stock keeping unit) pouches and each carton contains one (1) Instructions For Use (IFU) leaflet.. Recalled by Advanced Medical Solutions Ltd.. Units affected: 47,569 cartons.
Why was this product recalled?
On 08 January 2015 AMS Sole Customer for the products notified AMS of the issue after discovering the misplaced IFUs during its review of packaging in its warehouse
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 14, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2719-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: OH.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2719-2016) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Devices, reported September 14, 2016. 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 July 2026.