GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyrate) is a central nervous system depressant drug that slows down brain activity and messages between the brain and the body. [1, 2]
What GHB Looks and Tastes Like
- Liquid: Usually a colorless, odorless liquid with a salty or bitter taste, often sold in small vials or bottles.
Common Effects
- Low doses: Feelings of euphoria (intense happiness), relaxation, lowered inhibitions, sociability, and increased sex drive.
Risks and Dangers
- Mixing with alcohol: Combining GHB with alcohol or other depressants is extremely dangerous and frequently fatal. [1]
Medical Uses
- Prescription use: A regulated form of GHB (sodium oxybate) is used legally under strict medical supervision to treat sleep disorders like narcolepsy.
- History: It was originally developed in the 1960s as a general anesthe
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