FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About Hemostatic Bandages

What Is a Hemostatic Bandage?

A hemostatic bandage is a bleeding control dressing designed to stop severe bleeding quickly by accelerating the body’s natural clotting process.

Unlike a standard gauze or trauma dressing, a hemostatic bandage contains active clotting agents such as kaolin, chitosan, or zeolite. These materials help activate platelets and form a stable clot in minutes, even in cases of heavy arterial or venous bleeding.

In simple terms:
A hemostatic bandage doesn’t just cover the wound—it actively helps the blood to clot faster.

Common use cases include:

Military or tactical emergencies
Hospital trauma and surgical units
EMS and ambulance kits
Industrial accident and first responder kits

How Does a Hemostatic Dressing Work?

A hemostatic dressing works through chemical activation of the clotting process.

Here’s how it functions step-by-step:

1. When applied to a bleeding wound, the dressing comes into contact with blood.

2. The hemostatic agent (kaolin or chitosan) triggers coagulation.

3. Blood platelets and plasma proteins rapidly form a gel-like clot.

4. Pressure is applied for 2–3 minutes to stabilize the clot.

The result: bleeding stops significantly faster compared to standard gauze or trauma dressings.

TICARE® Hemostatic Bandages use kaolin-based non-woven fabric, offering rapid clot activation while remaining biocompatible and easy to remove after stabilization.

When Should You Use a Hemostatic Bandage?

You should use a hemostatic bandage for any moderate to severe external bleeding that cannot be controlled by direct pressure alone.

Common medical scenarios include:

Deep lacerations or puncture wounds
Gunshot or shrapnel wounds
Arterial or venous bleeding
Surgical wound management
Field or tactical trauma situations

In hospitals, these dressings are often included in trauma carts and emergency surgery kits, while first responders and military medics use them for on-site bleeding control.

How to Use a Hemostatic Dressing – Step by Step

Correct application is essential for safety and effectiveness.

Follow these steps:

1. Expose the wound and remove any obstructions (clothing or debris).

2. Tear open the sterile TICARE® Hemostatic Bandage package.

3. Place the dressing directly onto the wound site with firm pressure.

4. Maintain pressure for 2–3 minutes or until bleeding visibly stops.

5. Secure the dressing with an elastic or trauma bandage if needed.

6. Monitor for signs of rebleeding and seek medical attention immediately.

Tip: For medical teams, integrating TICARE® Hemostatic Bandages in first aid kits ensures compliance with modern trauma response standards.

Are Hemostatic Bandages Safe?

Yes — hemostatic bandages are clinically safe when used correctly.
Modern formulations like TICARE®’s kaolin-based dressings are non-allergenic, non-exothermic, and FDA-registered for medical use.

However, users should:

Avoid using on internal or closed wounds.
Do not apply to eyes, mouth, or internal organs.
Use only as directed by trained personnel or healthcare professionals.

Hemostatic bandages are single-use sterile products and must be disposed of after use to prevent infection or contamination.

What Are Hemostatic Bandages Made Of?

Hemostatic dressings are made from high-absorbent non-woven fibers combined with clot-promoting agents such as:

Kaolin: Activates natural clotting factors (used in TICARE® dressings).
Chitosan: Derived from shellfish; binds to red blood cells.
Zeolite: Concentrates clotting factors by absorbing plasma water.

The material is designed to remain soft, flexible, and highly absorbent, ensuring comfort for both patients and medical professionals during application.

Who Uses Hemostatic Bandages the Most?

These bandages are used across a wide range of sectors:

Hospitals & Clinics: For trauma and surgical use.
EMS / Paramedics: For pre-hospital bleeding control.
Military / Tactical Units: For battlefield first aid.
Industrial Safety Programs: For heavy machinery injury preparedness.
NGOs / Disaster Relief Organizations: For emergency deployment kits.

TICARE® works with global distributors and OEM partners to supply medical-grade hemostatic dressings to hospitals, EMS systems, and humanitarian agencies worldwide.

Can You Buy Hemostatic Bandages in Bulk?

Yes. TICARE® offers OEM / ODM / OBM services for global buyers, enabling:

Private labeling and custom packaging
CE, ISO 13485, and FDA certifications
Bulk orders for hospitals, governments, and medical suppliers

You can source high-quality hemostatic dressings directly from China under the trusted TICARE® brand, or through private label agreements.