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Add'l Info
If You Only Remember This…
- Hemostatic agents accelerate clot formation in deep wounds and junctional injuries where tourniquets can't be applied (neck, groin, axilla, abdomen)
- The most-tested and widely-used hemostatic in tactical and emergency medicine is QuikClot® Combat Gauze, with kaolin-based clotting
- Hemostatic gauze is packed directly into the wound — not laid on top — and held with firm pressure for at least 3 minutes to allow clot formation
What Are Hemostatic Agents?
Hemostatic agents are gauze or dressings impregnated with materials that accelerate the body's natural clotting process. They're used for severe wounds where tourniquets aren't an option — deep lacerations, gunshot wounds to the torso or junctional areas, and high-volume bleeds that won't respond to direct pressure alone.
The most common active ingredient is kaolin (a mineral that activates the clotting cascade), used in QuikClot® Combat Gauze. Other agents use chitosan (derived from shellfish) or similar materials. All work by creating a faster, more stable clot at the wound site.
What's Inside This Collection
- QuikClot® Combat Gauze Z-Fold — the standard hemostatic for U.S. military, law enforcement, and tactical EMS; Z-fold packaging speeds deployment
- QuikClot® EMS 4" × 4" dressings — single dressings and 2-packs for civilian EMS and home trauma kits
- WoundSeal® Rapid Response Powder — powder-format hemostatic for moderate bleeding from cuts, abrasions, and minor lacerations
How to Choose the Right Hemostatic
1. Combat Gauze for Severe Trauma
QuikClot® Combat Gauze Z-Fold is the default for serious wounds — deep lacerations, gunshots, and bleeds tourniquets can't address. It's the most studied and field-validated hemostatic available.
2. EMS Dressings for Civilian Trauma Kits
QuikClot® EMS dressings are sized for general civilian use — home trauma kits, vehicle kits, and basic IFAKs. They're effective for moderate-to-severe bleeding without the cost of full Combat Gauze.
3. Powder Format for Minor Bleeds
WoundSeal® powder works for cuts, abrasions, and small lacerations where stitching isn't immediately available. It's not a replacement for gauze in major trauma.
4. Pair With Pressure
Hemostatic gauze isn't magic — it must be packed firmly into the wound and held with direct pressure for at least 3 minutes (longer for high-flow bleeds) to form a clot.
5. Train Before You Use
Wound packing takes practice. Stop the Bleed® and TCCC courses cover the technique. Don't wait for an emergency to learn it.
Who This Collection Is For (And Who It's Not For)
This is for you if: You're stocking trauma kits, IFAKs, or refilling individual hemostatic supplies for personal, agency, or facility use.
This may not be for you if: You're looking for tourniquets (see our Tourniquets collection) or general wound dressings (see Bandages & Dressings).
Ready to Stock Hemostatic Capability?
Browse the collection below for Combat Gauze, EMS dressings, and rapid-response powders. Every product is sourced from trusted manufacturers and selected for proven performance.
Training is strongly recommended. Stop the Bleed® or equivalent instruction supports proper use.