How to Apply

The HemCon Bandage is a hemostatic dressing for the external temporary control of severely bleeding wounds intended for emergency use.

HemCon® Bandages are simple to use, but key points need to be followed for the bandages to be most effective.

1. Open the bandage.

  Grasp the opposing edges of the foil pouch and pull apart.

  As the package opens, pinch the bandage against the back of the foil pouch

  with your thumb so the bandage doesn’t drop on the ground.

2. Ensure that the non-stick side is up.

  HemCon Bandages have two sides: a cream-colored active side, which goes on

  the wound, and a darker non-stick side which is labeled “THIS SIDE UP”.

  The bandages will not work upside down.

3. Apply directly on source of bleeding.

  It is critical to place the bandage on the source of the bleeding, the area where

  the blood vessel damage has actually occurred.

  For smaller wounds, the bandage can be cut to smaller pieces. For larger wounds,

  multiple bandages can be used.

4. Apply pressure for at least two minutes.

  Apply firm, even pressure to the side labeled “THIS SIDE UP”. Backing the bandage

  with a Kerlix roll or gauze helps ensure uniform pressure and increases performance.

  Maintain pressure on the bandage for at least two minutes or until bleeding is controlled.

The bandage can remain in place for up to 48 hours and should be removed with water or saline.