Collagen Hemostat
Collagen Hemostat is a topical hemostatic agent used during surgical procedures to help control bleeding when conventional methods like suturing or cauterization are insufficient or impractical. It is typically applied directly to bleeding tissues in various surgical specialties including general, orthopedic, cardiovascular, and gynecological procedures. The device is designed to be absorbed by the body over time following hemostasis.
Collagen Hemostat is a surgical hemostatic agent that helps control bleeding by promoting clot formation at the site of application.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 253161
- Generic
- Collagen Hemostat
- Class
- unclassified
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- topical
- Forms
- powder
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used to control moderate to severe bleeding during surgical procedures when traditional hemostatic methods are inadequate, not feasible, or would cause further tissue damage. Commonly employed in general surgery, orthopedic surgery, cardiovascular surgery, urological procedures, and gynecological operations.
Acts as a scaffold that attracts platelets and facilitates the aggregation of red blood cells to form a stable clot. The collagen matrix promotes hemostasis through mechanical and biochemical pathways, providing a physical barrier at the bleeding site while supporting the natural clotting cascade.
For topical use only; not for intravascular application. Should not be used in contaminated wounds or as a substitute for proper surgical technique. May cause foreign body reactions or interfere with healing in some patients. Contraindicated in patients with known collagen hypersensitivity. Should be removed after hemostasis is achieved if possible, as it may swell. Not recommended for use in closure of skin incisions or as a dural substitute.
Official drug label
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