FDA Intended Use
FDA Description :
ActCel® Topical Hemostatic Dressing is a white or light yellow sterile fabric prepared by the chemical treatment of regenerated cellulose.
It is an effective and innovative soluble hemostat widely used in first-aid and surgery hemostasia. When the fabric comes in contact with blood or exudates, it quickly transforms
into a clear viscous gel, which fills wound voids, seals capillary ends, activates the clotting system and thereby helps to stop bleeding.
Indications FOR USE:
Prescription: ActCel® is indicated for the management of topical wounds and the temporary control of external surface bleeding.
OTC Indications : ActCel® is indicated for the temporary management of external topical bleeding of minor cuts, minor lacerations.
Contraindications
- ActCel® should not be used for internal use.
Adverse Reactions
- No adverse effects have been reported to date with correct use.
Directions for use
- Clean the wound.
- Apply ActCel® to cover the bleeding site. It can be cut or folded as needed.
- Gently press the wound site until bleeding stops.
- Moisten ActCel® with clean water after the bleeding stops.
- Excess ActCel® gel can be rinsed away with clean water.
- Repeat the steps above with another piece of ActCel® as needed. If bleeding continues, contact ®a Doctor or Emergency Room.