NosebleedQR

QR stands for 'Quick Relief' Dosage: Directions: -> apply to bleeding nasal mucosa Pharmacokinetics: -> generally works in < 1 minute Mechanism of action: 1) consists of a powder that contains of hydrophilic polymer & K⁺ salt(s) 2) the powder applied to bleeding nasal mucosa combines with blood to form a scab Notes: Cost is about $4.00/application (2003)

References

Prescriber's Letter 10(9):52 2003