| Adamsite is a type of White Cross gas. It acts initially as a normal tear gas but the effects are more long-lasting. This yellowish solid material induces coughing of a more violent nature, followed by a strong, severe and blinding headache within a few minutes. Violent spasms and pains in the chest cause serious difficulty in breathing, and nausea and vomiting begin. The gas stays in the air for only about ten minutes, and is thus considered non-persistent. The effects, however, last for hours to days and are extremely unpleasant. |