Krista J. Siefried

1 month ago | medicalxpress.com | Jack Freestone |Krista J. Siefried

Gamma hydroxybutyrate—better known as GHB—is an increasingly popular illegal drug being used recreationally in Australia. While it can create feelings of euphoria, disinhibition and increased libido, GHB carries serious risks. The difference between a recreational dose and an overdose of GHB—usually taken as a liquid—can be less than 0.5ml. What is GHB? GHB (also sometimes called "G," "juice," "Gina" or "fantasy") has gained attention globally due to associated harms.

1 month ago | theconversation.com | Jack Freestone |Krista J. Siefried

Gamma hydroxybutyrate – better known as GHB – is an increasingly popular illegal drug being used recreationally in Australia. While it can create feelings of euphoria, disinhibition and increased libido, GHB carries serious risks. The difference between a recreational dose and an overdose of GHB – usually taken as a liquid – can be less than 0.5ml. What is GHB? GHB (also sometimes called “G”, “juice”, “Gina” or “fantasy”) has gained attention globally due to associated harms.