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Drug: GHB

Aka: liquid ecstasy, GBH, gammahydroxybutrate

What is it?

GHB is a liquid that does not smell of anything and comes in small bottles or capsules. It tastes slightly salty and is swallowed. Usually about a teaspoon or a capful is taken, but it varies in strength, so it is difficult to judge how much you are taking.

What are the effects?

  • The effects start between 10 minutes to an hour after taking it and can last up to a whole day.
  • It has a euphoric effect that makes you feel happy, sexy and uninhibited.
  • As more is taken, it acts like a sedative and can make you feel sleepy.
  • It can make you feel disorientated and sick.
  • Muscles can go dumb or spasm.
  • You can fit or have a seizure if used excessively.

What are the risks?

  • It can be fatal if taken with alcohol or other drugs.
  • You can lose consciousness.
  • Because it can knock you out, it has been linked to ‘date rape’. You can’t smell it, and when put into a drink you can’t taste it, so it can be easily slipped into a drink.
  • Too much can cause sickness, stiff muscles, fits and collapse.

Treatment

Contact EVOLVE on 01865 723909. If you would like information, advice or just a chat.

GHB is a class C drug

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