![]() ![]() GHB is available as an odorless, colorless drug that may be combined with alcohol and given to unsuspecting victims prior to sexual assaults. As a result of fermentation, natural GHB may also be found in small but insignificant quantities in some beers and wines. ![]() The naturally-occurring metabolite GHB is present in much lower concentrations in the brain than those levels found when the drug is abused. GHB is also a naturally-occurring metabolite of the inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) found in the brain. It is a Schedule III controlled substance, and requires patient enrollment in a restricted access program. Xyrem is a highly regulated drug in the U.S. It is the sodium salt of gamma hydroxybutyrate. Xyrem (sodium oxybate), a brand name prescription drug was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2002 for the treatment of narcolepsy, a sleep disorder that causes excessive sleepiness and recurring daytime sleep attacks. Negative effects may include sweating, loss of consciousness, nausea, hallucinations, amnesia, and coma, among other side effects. Euphoria, increased sex drive, and tranquility are reported positive effects of GHB abuse. GHB is abused by teens and young adults at bars, parties, clubs and “raves” (all night dance parties), and is often placed in alcoholic beverages. GHB or Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (C 4H 8O 3) is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant that is commonly referred to as a “club drug” or “date rape” drug. Common or street names: Circles, Date Rape Drug, Forget Pill, Forget-Me Pill, La Rocha, Lunch Money, Mexican Valium, Mind Eraser, Pingus, R2, Reynolds, Rib, Roach, Roach 2, Roaches, Roachies, Roapies, Rochas Dos, Roofies, Rope, Rophies, Row-Shay, Ruffies, Trip-and-Fall, Wolfies What is GHB? ![]()
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