Quikclot Combat Gauze LE

• Kaolin haemostatic agent — same kaolin-based clotting technology as military QuikClot Combat Gauze. Activates the body's coagulation cascade on contact with blood, accelerating clot formation without generating heat or causing tissue damage.
• Packaged for law enforcement and civilian markets — the LE variant is priced and configured for police, security, paramedics, and trained civilians requiring the same clinical performance as military-issue Combat Gauze.
• Z-fold format, same technique as standard gauze — no additional skill set required. If you can pack a wound with standard gauze, you can use QuikClot Combat Gauze LE.
• Vacuum-sealed with 8 tear points — compact, sterile packaging designed for fast access with gloved hands under pressure.
• X-ray detectable strip — allows clinical staff to identify and confirm gauze placement via imaging at the point of surgical care.
• Non-exothermic — kaolin-based formula does not produce a heat reaction. Safe for use on all wound types including gunshot wounds, stab wounds, and blast injuries.
• Non-toxic, single-use sterile product — for one-time application in emergency situations. Replace any compromised or expired packaging.

What is QuikClot Combat Gauze LE used for?

QuikClot Combat Gauze LE is used for wound packing to control severe, life-threatening haemorrhage from penetrating injuries — gunshot wounds, stab wounds, and blast injuries — particularly in junctional areas where a tourniquet cannot be applied. It is the same kaolin-based haemostatic gauze used by military medics, repackaged for law enforcement, paramedics, security teams, and civilian responders who need clinical-grade haemorrhage control outside a military procurement pathway.

What is the difference between QuikClot Combat Gauze LE and standard Combat Gauze?

The clotting technology is identical — both use kaolin as the active haemostatic agent and perform to the same clinical standard. The LE (Law Enforcement) variant is packaged and priced for police, first responders, and civilian markets rather than military procurement channels. If you're configuring a police IFAK or tactical bleed kit outside of a defence procurement pathway, Combat Gauze LE is the correct product. The military Combat Gauze is also available if that's the specification you're working to.

Can QuikClot Combat Gauze LE be used on gunshot wounds?

Yes — penetrating gunshot wounds, particularly to junctional areas, are the primary use case for haemostatic wound packing in law enforcement and tactical settings. Pack the gauze firmly into the wound cavity at the bleeding source, apply sustained manual pressure for a minimum of three minutes, and secure with a pressure dressing. For gunshot wounds to the chest, do not pack — apply a chest seal and arrange immediate evacuation.

Can QuikClot Combat Gauze LE be used on stab wounds?

Yes. Deep stab wounds to junctional areas — groin, axilla, neck — are a direct application for haemostatic wound packing. The technique is the same: pack from the bleeding source, sustained pressure, secure with a pressure dressing. Do not pack stab wounds to the chest or abdomen — these require surgical management.

How does QuikClot Combat Gauze LE work?

The gauze is impregnated with kaolin, an inorganic mineral that activates Factor XII in the coagulation cascade — the body's natural clotting sequence. When packed directly against a bleeding source and held under firm pressure, the kaolin accelerates clot formation significantly faster than standard gauze. It does not generate heat and is non-allergenic, making it safe for use across all wound types and patient populations.

Who should carry QuikClot Combat Gauze LE?

QuikClot Combat Gauze LE is the correct haemostatic gauze for police officers, paramedics, security teams, military medics operating outside standard defence procurement, remote area workers, and trained civilians building a personal or vehicle trauma kit. If you carry a tourniquet, you should also carry haemostatic gauze — junctional wounds where a tourniquet can't be applied are the scenario that requires it.

Is QuikClot Combat Gauze LE safe for civilian use?

Yes. It is legal to purchase and use in Australia and is widely carried by trained civilians, outdoor responders, and Stop the Bleed participants. Training in wound packing technique is strongly recommended before carrying it in a personal kit.

Does QuikClot Combat Gauze LE expire?

QuikClot Combat Gauze LE has a five-year shelf life from manufacture. By the time it moves through the supply chain to end users, you can generally expect approximately four years of usable shelf life remaining. The expiry date is printed on each package — check on receipt and rotate stock annually.

Is it reusable?

No. QuikClot Combat Gauze LE is a single-use sterile product. Dispose of after any use or if the packaging has been opened or compromised.

How long should it stay in a wound?

Leave the packed gauze in place until the patient reaches surgical care. Do not remove it in the field — removal risks disrupting the clot and restarting haemorrhage. Secure with a pressure dressing, record the time of application, and arrange urgent evacuation to definitive care.