DEBUNKING DANGEROUS GHB & GBL MYTHS
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MYTH
GHB is completely safe because it's naturally occurring in the body
FACT
Natural occurrence doesn't guarantee safety at recreational doses
While GHB is naturally present in small amounts in the human body, recreational doses are 100-1000 times higher than natural levels. Many naturally occurring substances become toxic at high doses, including water and oxygen.
Source: Journal of Psychopharmacology, 2018
MYTH
You can't overdose on GHB if you stick to 'one capful'
FACT
Capful measurements are extremely unreliable and dangerous
Bottle caps vary dramatically in size, and GHB/GBL concentrations differ between batches. What might be safe from one source could be a dangerous overdose from another. Always use precise measurement tools.
Source: Emergency Medicine Reports, 2019
MYTH
GBL is just a weaker version of GHB
FACT
GBL is actually more potent than GHB, requiring smaller doses
GBL converts to GHB in the body but has higher bioavailability and faster absorption. Typical GBL doses are 30-40% smaller than equivalent GHB doses. Using GHB dosing guidelines for GBL can lead to overdose.
Source: Clinical Toxicology Review, 2020
MYTH
Mixing small amounts of alcohol with G is okay
FACT
Any amount of alcohol with GHB/GBL significantly increases overdose risk
Both substances depress the central nervous system. Even small amounts of alcohol can potentiate GHB/GBL effects unpredictably, leading to respiratory depression, coma, or death. This combination is responsible for most G-related fatalities.
Source: Forensic Science International, 2021
MYTH
GHB is not addictive because it's used recreationally
FACT
GHB can cause severe physical dependence with regular use
Physical dependence can develop within 2-3 weeks of daily use. Withdrawal symptoms include anxiety, insomnia, tremors, and in severe cases, psychosis and life-threatening seizures requiring medical supervision.
Source: Addiction Medicine Journal, 2019
MYTH
You can drive safely on G because it doesn't affect motor skills like alcohol
FACT
GHB/GBL significantly impairs driving ability and reaction times
Studies show GHB impairs cognitive function, reaction time, and motor coordination for 4-6 hours after use. Many users underestimate impairment because they 'feel fine.' Legal consequences for impaired driving apply regardless of the substance.
Source: Traffic Safety Research, 2020
MYTH
GHB leaves your system quickly, so it's undetectable after a few hours
FACT
GHB can be detected in urine for 6-12 hours, longer in blood
While GHB has a short half-life, modern testing methods can detect it and its metabolites for much longer than users expect. Detection windows vary based on dose, frequency of use, and individual metabolism.
Source: Analytical Toxicology, 2021
MYTH
Experienced users don't need to measure doses precisely
FACT
Even experienced users should always measure doses accurately
Tolerance doesn't eliminate overdose risk, and batch potency can vary significantly. Many experienced users have overdosed due to stronger-than-expected batches or tolerance breaks that reset their sensitivity.
Source: Harm Reduction International, 2020
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