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Effective First Aid For Pepper Spray Contamination



Posted: Tuesday, August 24, 2010

by Herman Lawrence
Personal Protection Center

Pepper spray is really nasty stuff, and it is not fun to be on the receiving end of a burst of it. However, in case you get contaminated with pepper spray it is important to know some first aide remedies and emergency steps to take in order to minimize the effects and reduce long-term injury.

Effects of 10% Pepper Spray Formulation

The formulation is and Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) solution derived from hot peppers. The formulation is an effective inflammatory agent that works on the eyes, respiratory system and mucous membranes. The formulation impairs breathing from the mouth and dilates the capillaries of the eye.

First Aid For Pepper Spray

1. Remove contact lenses and contaminated clothing immediately. Contaminated clothing should be washed or dry-cleaned, as appropriate, prior to re-use to prevent skin injury.

2. Flush contaminated area with large quantities of cool water or a diluted baking soda solution and expose the area to fresh air as soon as possible.

3. Do not apply salves, creams, oils or lotions as they can trap the irritant agent against the skin and result in blisters or burns.

4. Consult a physician if irritation persists.
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