The Effects
- Small capful can have a euphoric effect that makes users feel happy, sensual and uninhibited
- As more is takeon, it acts more like a sedativeor downer & makes people sleepy
- Full Name – Gamma Hydroxybutyrate
The Risks
- Too much & users feel dosorientated sick
- Muscles can go numb or start to spasm (which can cause slight twitches or pulses)
- Use can be fatal when mixed with alcohol or other drugs
- Users can lose consciouness, as it’s hard to know what strength the dose is
- As GHB can really knock you out it’s been linked to drug assisted sexual assault. being almost tasteless it’s easily slipped into a drink
- Very difficult the detect as it passes through the system very quickly
The Law
- GHB is a Class C drug – illegal to have, give away or sell
- Possession can get you up to two years in jail and/or an unlimited fine
- Supplying someone else, even friends, can get you up to 14 years in jail and/or an unlimited fine
Street Names
- GHB
- GBH
- Liquid Ecstasy
