{"product_id":"hypastop-haemostatic-gauze-10-x-10cm-pack-of-5","title":"HYPASTOP HAEMOSTATIC GAUZE 10 x 10cm (Pack of 5)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"std\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor severe trauma bleeds, haemostatic gauze is a life-saving tool — particularly in emergencies, field settings, or mass casualty events where time and blood are both critical, regular dressings are not enough when seconds matter…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStops severe and life-threatening bleeding in minutes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to use for fast emergency application\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMore effective and quicker clotting than regular dressings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSterile, individually wrapped dressings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSafe - no side effects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSize 10cm x 10cm (pack of 5)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur HypaStop Haemostatic Gauze (also known as a dressing) is designed to stop major bleeds fast by encouraging the clotting process to start within minutes of application.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis pack comes with five HypaStop Haemostatic Gauzes, each individually wrapped to ensure first aiders have immediate access to sterile gauze.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Does HypaStop Haemostatic Gauze Work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaemostatic gauze kick starts the body's natural clotting process through a chemical reaction. This is accomplished when the haemostatic agent in the gauze imitates a chemical that is required for the clotting process.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis agent is drawn into the blood stream and starts the clotting that would occur naturally, meaning that the wound will close more rapidly than if the casualty were to wait for their body to create the chemical itself.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Agent is the Active Ingredient?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSodium carboxymethyl cellulose (Na-CMC) is used in our HypaStop Haemostatic Gauze to accelerate clot formation by increasing blood viscosity and creating a viscous gel. Unlike alternative haemostatic dressings, it doesn’t use chitosan, a fibrous substance found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans like shrimp, crabs, and lobsters, as well as in the cell walls of some fungi and insects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use HypaStop Haemostatic Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEven with no official first aid training, the HypaStop Haemostatic Gauze is simple to use. It can be administered for either shallow cuts or for deeper wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo use the gauze for shallow cuts, it should be held against the wound while maintaining pressure, either manually or through the use of a bandage. While for deeper wounds, the gauze may need to be packed inside the incision before being secured into place.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"listHeading\"\u003eHaemostatic gauze should not be used for:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA patient's airway or chest\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA patient's eyes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAny serious head injury which exposes brain tissue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReasons to Choose Haemostatic Gauze for Severe Trauma Bleeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRapid Clot Formation \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHaemostatic gauze contains agents that accelerate the body’s natural clotting.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis gauze stops life-threatening bleeding in under 3 minutes, much faster than regular gauze.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffective on Arterial Bleeds \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpecifically designed to control arterial and junctional haemorrhages, which are often not manageable with standard gauze alone.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsed by Military and First Responders \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven in combat and pre-hospital emergency care where massive bleeding is common.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecommended in Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) and civilian trauma protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks When Pressure Alone Fails \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHaemostatic gauze often makes the difference between life and death when a tourniquet is not viable (e.g., groin, neck, axilla), by enhancing the effect of direct pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReduces Blood Loss \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeing able to control the bleeding faster reduces overall blood loss, increasing the patient’s chance of survival and reducing the risk of complications like hypovolemic shock.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy to Use Under Stress \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for quick and easy use, even in high-pressure situations by non-medical personnel (e.g., in civilian trauma kits or stop-the-bleed kits).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClinically Tested \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHaemostatic Gauze products are backed by clinical studies showing higher success rates than traditional gauze in controlling haemorrhage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimitations of Regular Dressing (Standard Gauze)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAs they rely solely on mechanical pressure and natural clotting, it is often too slow for major bleeds.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegular dressings are less effective on deep wounds or wounds in non-compressible areas.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThey can quickly become soaked through, requiring frequent changes or additional material.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStandard gauze isn't formulated for active bleeding control, it's more appropriate for minor injuries or post-haemostatic dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor severe trauma bleeds, haemostatic gauze is a life-saving tool — it is essential in emergencies, field settings, or mass casualty events where time and blood are both critical. 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