GHB shows great promise in the treatment of alcoholism. In Europe, one of its primary uses is to relieve withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and anxiety among alcoholics. In laboratory rats addicted to alcohol, withdrawal symptoms closely resemble those exhibited by humans,… Continue Reading…
GHB has been called “almost an ideal sleep inducing substance” [SMART DRUGS II, p245]. Small doses produce relaxation, tranquility and drowsiness which make it extremely easy to fall asleep naturally. Higher doses increase the drowsiness effect and decrease the time… Continue Reading…
Most users find that GHB induces a pleasant state of relaxation and tranquility. Frequent effects are placidity, sensuality, mild euphoria, and a tendency to verbalize. Anxieties and inhibitions tend to dissolve into a feeling of emotional warmth, wellbeing, and pleasant… Continue Reading…
GHB temporarily inhibits the release of dopamine in the brain. This may cause increased dopamine storage, and later increased dopamine release when the GHB influence wears off [Chin and Kreutzer, 1992]. This effect could account for the middle-of-the-night wakings common… Continue Reading…
Disclaimer: This article is not intended to advertise GHB as a Date Rape Drugs. It is for information purposes only. The reader should be aware that although people abuse the drug by using it for rape, that is not the… Continue Reading…
