GHB

Name: GHB

Other Names: G, gamma-hydroxybutyrate, Georgia home boy, grievous bodily harm, easy lay, liquid ecstasy, liquid X, organic Quaalude and salty water.

What it Looks Like: Can be found as a clear liquid, slightly salty to the taste that looks like water. Can also be found as a white powder or a capsule.

How Used: This is a date rape drug. It is usually swallowed. It is often taken with alcohol.

Effect: It is a sedative that can have an effect similar to that of alcohol. It can produce hallucinations and euphoria. It can also make the user feel energetic, affectionate and sociable, while decreasing inhibitions and increasing sexual experience.

Possible noticeable symptoms of use, abuse or withdrawal:

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness, sleepiness
• Giddiness
• Happiness
• Headaches
• Increased energy
• Increased shows of affection
• Increased sociability
• Lack of concentration
• Loss of memory
• Muddled thinking
• Passing out, loss of consciousness
• Playfulness
• Poor coordination
• Rambling, slurred, incoherent speech
• Reduced inhibitions
• Reduction in muscle control
• Signs of intoxication
• Silly behavior
• Vomiting

This page is an overview description of this drug. It is not comprehensive or meticulously researched. This page is intended to provide an introductory overview for those who have no familiarity with the drug.

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