special subjects
Gamma Hydroxybutyrate
Introduction
Gamma hydroxybutyrate causes intoxication resembling Symptoms and Signs or Gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB) is similar to the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), but it can cross the blood-brain barrier and can be taken by mouth. It is similar to Ketamine and Phencyclidine (PCP) in its effects but lasts longer and is far more dangerous. Body builders may abuse GHB and its analogs as Anabolic Steroids because it releases growth hormone. GHB and its analogs have been used for their sedative and amnesic effects to facilitate sexual assaults. GHB is sometimes used for treatment of Narcolepsy . 