THE 6 MOST IMPORTANT THINGS WHEN CHOOSING A HEMOSTATIC

1. Ease of use and ability of precise application

Hemostatics are most commonly found in the form of gauze, sponge, tourniquet, and patch. They are selected depending on the type of injury - whether it is a cut, crush or blow wound. One of the most convenient forms is a bottle with a powder and an applicator, from which hemostatic powder backfills directly into the wound. This kind of product can be applied immediately.

2. Fast absorption

The rate of hemostasis depends on the amount and place where the product is applied. On average, it lasts sereval or dozen minutes. Usually, the product absorbs in the body during from a few days, even up to a few weeks or months for non-absorbing celulose-based hemostats. However, in the case of modern products, the process of stopping blood comes down to 2-3 minutes, and their absorbing time takes 3-5 days. It is very important that the hemostatic is absorbed quickly, so that the residual product does not cause further complications, for instacne creation a tensions for surrounind tissues.

3. Biocompatibility and plant-based composition

In the process of wound healing, it is very important that no toxic product residues remain in the body. Therefore, products with a plant non-toxic composition deserve special attention, which are quickly and 100% absorbed. Modern products allow you to stop bleeding much faster, even in 2-3 minutes, and their absorption time is 3-5 days.?It is very important that the hemostatic is quickly absorbed, because in special situations, when there is no access to treatment points at the site of the accident, the treatment of complications could be troublesome.

4. Easy to storage

Hemostatics are products that are often used in extreme conditions. During emergencies, warfare, and in places where there is no access to a refrigerator, etc. Therefore, it is important that the product retains its properties under room conditions, i.e. retains its usefulness at an ambient temperature between 15 and 25 °C.?After exposure to temperatures above 30°C, the consistency of products such as ointments may change and become useless.

?5. Long shelf life

Buying larger quantities is cheaper. It would be a shame for a stored product to expire quickly. A good quality hemostatic powder, on the other hand, should remain valid for 3 years. Before using a hemostatic agent, make sure that the packaging is not damaged.

Do not use the product after the expiration date which is stated on the pack. Remember that the expiration date refers to an undamaged and properly stored product.

6. Hypoallergenic?and no side effects

?Allergic reactions in a life or health threatening situation are an unnecessary risk worth eliminating when choosing a hemostatic. Unfortunately, traditional hemostatic products can irritate the skin and the wound. Therefore, pay attention to the raw material composition of the product and the risk of allergies. In this respect, special attention should be paid to natural polysaccharide starch-based products that work well in mild parenchymal bleeding. They are hypoallergenic and do not cause side effects.