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Pepper spray is an effective deterrent to would-be attackers. It uses oleoresin capsicum to incapacitate an attacker, whether it is human, dog or bear. Pepper spray is claimed to be non-lethal, but fatalities have resulted from its use.

Pepper spray causes temporary blindness due to irritation of the eyes, as well as coughing. The average effect of pepper spray lasts around 45 minutes, and residual effects take hours to wear off. Scoville Heat Unit rating is used to measure the immediate effectiveness of pepper spray, while the percentage of oleoresin capsicum used determines the duration of the effects. A Scoville Heat Unit rating is the maximum rating a pepper spray should have. Higher SCU ratings can result in severe injury.

Victims of pepper spray that are asthmatic, on other medications or drugs or otherwise have their breathing restricted may suffer more effects, up to and including death. The American Civil Liberties Union has questioned the championing of pepper spray as a non-lethal weapon, pointing out the deaths that have occurred from it.

Pepper spray is effective because it cannot be completely neutralized, but its effects can be minimized considerably. Uses of dairy products and degreasing dish detergent can also provide relief. Laws against pepper spray vary wildly from country to country, and from state to state in the United States.

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