GBL sold as GHB
Risk assessment
A sample declaredas GHBdid not contain GHB, but GBL.
GBL is a substance that has both stimulating and depressant effects. The effects range from euphoria, relaxation, disinhibition, increased sexual desire, heightened perception, talkativeness (laberflash), mild dizziness and nausea, to drowsiness and deep sleep with loss of consciousness (blackout). GBL is a precursor substance and is converted into GHB in the body – this conversion intensifies the intoxicating effect, which is why GBL is dosed lower (approx. ½). If confused, the risk of overdose is very high. This can lead to unconsciousness, respiratory arrest, and life-threatening conditions. GHB/GBL should not be consumed together with other downers (alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines). This increases the risk of uncontrolled and life-threatening effects.
Undesirable effects include headaches, nausea, confusion, dizziness, and uncontrollable muscle spasms.
Regular consumption can lead to sleep disorders, anxiety, and tremors. Long-term consumption leads to dependence with physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms and epileptic seizures. Regular consumption of GHB/GBL is associated with impaired thinking and intellectual performance.
There are frequent cases of mislabeling with GHB/GBL. In addition, the purity of GHB/GBL varies greatly. We therefore recommend always having the substances tested before consumption and observing the safer use guidelines.
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Analysis
Have your substances tested in a drug check.
Dosage
Note the different dosage information for GHB, GBL, and BDO. Even small differences in dosage are noticeable.
Wait and see
After consumption, wait long enough for the full effect to unfold. Do not take another dose immediately to avoid overdose.
Mixed use
Do not mix with depressants such as benzodiazepines, alcohol, or opioids. Risk of unconsciousness or respiratory paralysis!
Diluting
Do not consume GHB, GBL, and BDO undiluted, as they are corrosive. Use a non-alcoholic beverage.
Disclaimer
If you are in possession of a substance that does not appear on this page, this in no way means that it contains the expected ingredient or that it should be safe. The warnings we publish only refer to the substances listed in our Drug Checking offers, these substances pose a high risk of consumption and should not be consumed. A substance may have the same visual appearance (shape, size, colour, etc.) and yet have different ingredients or a different composition. There is no drug use without risk! Only a complete renunciation of drugs is risk-free! If you still decide to use drugs, you should at least follow the safer use rules.
