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“Riot Control Agents” such as Tear Gas and Pepper spray are used by law enforcement for crowd control. These are chemicals which cause temporary irritation to the eyes, lungs, skin, mouth and throat. The effects usually last 15-30 minutes.
After exposure, a person may experience the following symptoms:
Burning eyes/ mouth/throat/nose, drooling, runny eyes, runny nose. swelling, rash, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, coughing, chest tightness, choking sensation
Prepare ahead of time. You should avoid wearing contact lenses. It may also be a good idea to wear long sleeved clothing to protect your skin from chemical exposure. Also, wear a face mask since Covid-19 is still an issue and is easily spread in crowded areas.
If you are sprayed with pepper spray or tear gas, take the following steps
As stated above, symptoms are usually short-lived, however, prolonged exposure can result in permanent eye damage and lung damage. Any lingering symptoms should be evaluated by your doctor.
The poison control center is a good resource for additional information.
Regional poison control center: 1-800-222-1222
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