GHB

GHB stands for gamma hydroxybutyric acid. This acid is generally found in the central nervous system of the human body. It has been illegally obtained and refined in many countries forcing them to put a ban on these substances. In the medical levels, it is used as a general anesthetic and is used to to treat clinical depression. It is an intoxicant. It dissolves in solution very easily and is used commonly as a date rape drug. GHB is again a recreational drug. Excess dosage of this can lead to increased libido, increased socialization and intoxication. Over excessive usage of this drug can damage the central nervous system leading to drowsiness, amnesia and violent visual disturbances. The effect of GHB can last for quite sometime, up to 3 hours. It is available as a white crystalline powder dissolving very easily. Since the 70’s, most of the Rave parties all around the world used this drug. This causes an increased perception to music. It is odorless and flavorless and cannot be noticed easily. Physical symptoms of this drug are nausea, followed by increased lethargy , respiratory depression . Sometimes, increased usage may also prove fatal. A single dose of over 3000mg may prove fatal and in this case, it is very difficult to resuscitate the person.