GHB addiction and drug treatment in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer and other parts of Alberta by Options Okanagan Treatment Center in Kelowna, British Columbia treating drug addiction and recovery.
What is GHB?
GHB is responsible for numbing the brain slowing the mental activity and body functions. GHB is a psychotropic drug in the depressants family affecting the central nervous system.
This substance is natural and is to be found in large quantities in the human body. It is produced artificially as synthetic in clandestine labs and is identified as a street drug.
Since it is partly due to a solvent based paint remover, it is very easy to produce. The potency and purity of GHB is unpredictable because the methods and chemicals used in its manufacture vary. Its scientific name is gamma-hydroxyl-butyrate or GHB 4-hydroxy-butanoate.
Its other names include: G, Fantasy, Date rape drug, liquid x, Liquid ecstasy, Georgia home boy, Vita-G, Easy lay, Soap, Scoop, Salty water, Quaalude of plant origin, Grievous bodily harm, GH liquid ecstasy.
GHB Abuse
GHB is often sold as a colorless, odorless, clear and tasteless liquids. It is usually taken orally. It is popularly mixed with drinks and other liquids. This is because it quickly dissolves in liquids. The victim may not have any resistance towards any form of sexual assault as it sedates them.
Some victims may experience moments of amnesia. This is the reason why it is sometimes referred to as a date rape drug. At times, it can be sold in the form of granules, white powder, or capsules to dissolve.
Depending on the quantity of the dosage, to it can have different effects on the memory. If taken in low doses, it can lead to disinhibition. Taking lower dosages, on the other hand, causes amnesia which is a form of impaired memory and may also lead to a hypnotic state.
GHB Effects
The desired effects to the users include euphoria, reduced anxiety, loss of inhibition and muscle relaxation. Because of the fact that GHB amplifies the depressant effects on the central; nervous system, GHB should never be accompanied by alcohol.
The effects may last up to 4 hours. They first appear 10-20 minutes after consumption. The effects are different among different individuals.
GHB reduces inhibitions and may make the user sedated especially if mixed with the drugs mentioned earlier. Therefore, the effects of GHB are dangerous and unpredictable. After consuming the drug some people feel dizzy.
GHB side Effects
1) Slow heart rate and respiratory
2) Hypotension- low blood pressure
3) Decrease in body temperature
4) Feeling dizzy
5) Impaired balance and loss of coordination
6) Sexual disinhibition
7) Unconsciousness
8) Vomiting, nausea, and dizziness.
9) Seizures
10) Diarrhea
11) Amnesia-memory loss
12) Loss of consciousness or drowsiness
If taken in large quantities may lead to coma and even death
GHB is a very powerful sedative that can lead to deep sleep. Its users are at a risk of vomiting in their sleep and choking. Excessive and prolonged consumption of GHB leads to physical addiction and tolerance of the product like many other drugs.
GHB Rehab Center
With the help of a drug rehab center experienced in dealing with this drug, its addiction can be treated. Having known the overdose possibilities and how serious it can be for your health, it is important that if you are using this drug or you know someone who uses it, call Options Okanagan and we will be more than happy to help you.
Options Okanagan Drug And Alcohol Treatment Centers in Kelowna, Salmon Arm and Vancouver, British Columbia – Men and Women are recovering and healing from Alcohol and Drug Abuse at our treatment center here in the Okanagan right now.
Our unique and distinctive drug treatment program allows men and women to come in from Calgary as well as Edmonton as we offer airport pickup.
Numerous clients come to us from Calgary and Edmonton and other locations in Alberta and even other provinces for Opiate addiction treatment, meth drug treatment, many other drug and alcohol addictions for rehabilitation because of the uniqueness of our treatment center.
Our Treatment Location:
Options Okanagan Drug Treatment Center
551 Sherrydale Crescent, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 2E6
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