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Styptstix is a topical astringent product designed to help stop minor bleeding from superficial cuts, razor nicks, and small wounds. It is applied directly to the skin surface where it works to constrict blood vessels and promote clot formation at the site of application.
Styptstix is a topical medication used to stop minor bleeding from small cuts and skin wounds.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1536596
- Generic
- Styptstix
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Used to control minor bleeding from superficial cuts, shaving nicks, and small skin wounds. Commonly used as a first-aid measure for minor hemorrhaging.
Acts as an astringent by causing contraction of skin tissues and small blood vessels at the application site, which helps reduce blood flow and facilitates clot formation.
For external use only on minor wounds. Avoid application to deep or puncture wounds. Consult a healthcare provider for bleeding that does not stop or for infected wounds. Keep out of reach of children.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 9, 2026. · Read our editorial policy