FAQ
Questions about Ankaferd BloodStopper
How it works, how fast, who can use it, and how it is stored. Safety answers are the manufacturer's.
What is Ankaferd BloodStopper (ABS)?
A sterile and stable haemostatic agent made from five plant extracts. See the formula on the Products page.
What is haemostasis?
The stopping of blood loss from a damaged vessel, followed by its repair.
How does ABS stop bleeding?
ABS interacts with proteins in the blood, mainly fibrinogen, to form a protein network on which red blood cells gather (erythrocyte aggregation). It works independently of the classic coagulation cascade.
How quickly does it work?
According to the manufacturer, in under one second on external wounds and in 3 to 5 seconds on surgical wounds.
Does ABS affect the skin?
It can cause a temporary change in the texture or colour of the skin, because of its high iron content.
Does ABS need special storage?
No. ABS products need no special storage conditions and no cold chain.
Does ABS have side effects?
The manufacturer reports no known side effects. If you see an undesired effect, contact Usercare Medical on +254 748 888 333.
Who can use ABS products?
The manufacturer states that people of all ages can use ABS products, including children and the elderly.
Does ABS interact with other drugs?
The manufacturer reports no known adverse interactions with drugs patients use. ABS does not interfere with medication such as warfarin, heparin and aspirin.
Which patients can be treated with ABS?
The manufacturer states that all patients can be treated with ABS, including patients with diabetes, haemophilia or hypertension, pregnant women, and patients with coagulation disorders.
Which forms does ABS come in?
Five: topical gauze (tampon), ampule, spray, Push & Stop, and absorbable wet gauze. See Products for the sizes.
What else does ABS do besides stopping bleeding?
It is antimicrobial, destroying microorganisms in and around the area where it is applied, and it helps wounds heal quickly.
Who makes ABS, and since when?
Ankaferd, founded in 2005 in Istanbul, Turkey.
Is ABS licensed?
Usercare Medical states that ABS products are licensed for use by Kenya's Pharmacy and Poisons Board and carry the CE mark. The manufacturer's catalogue is marked CE 1783.
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