OC Sprays and its Effects

OC Sprays and its Effects

Although OC pepper sprays are considered as safe, but still its effects on an individual cannot be justified. The after effects of a pepper spray may vary from one individual to another and cannot be predicted with credence. In fact, there is no scientific evidence of OC spray effects, when used as a pernicious weapon in dangerous situations.

The majority of the pepper sprays contain Oleoresin Capsicum as a main ingredient that is extracted from cayenne pepper plants. The pepper extracts are a very rich source of capsaicinoids that causes irritation and pain to the subject in the affected areas. The severity of OC spray effects depends upon the volume of the capsaicinoids delivered to the affected person.

 

The general effects of a pepper spray are:

 It generally affects the eyes, skin and other sensory organs of a person that includes its inhalation resulting in the onset of painful reactions.

• It may have a severe effect on the eyes of a person that may cause a severe itching and burning sensation that is also painful at the same time. The victim is forced to close his/her eyes to bear with its effects. The sudden outbursts of tears, conjunctivital inflammation, swelling and redness are the common effects on the eyes of a person, who goes through a pepper spray attack.
• Blistering of the skin and tingling and burning sensation in the exposed skin areas are commonly experienced, when a person comes in contact of a pepper spray.
• It also effects respiratory system by causing severe coughing, nasal irritation, burning and painful sensation in the throat of a person, sneezing and labored breath are the common effects seen on the respiratory organs of a person.
  
  
  The inflammatory properties present in an OC spray are not only used to meet ones needs for self defense, but can also be used to manage people who are mentally not well and are not receptive to pain. The use of pepper spray can really stop them from being violent and make it easier to handle them.
  As there are varieties of OC sprays available in the market, it is important to make a smart selection among the available range of OC sprays. It is important to do a considerable amount of research and  find out the reviews over the internet about the product. This will definitely make your buying decision easier and help you find a best of all the available alternatives.