FAQ - GHB/GBL “G”

It is always safest not to take unknown or illicit drugs at all. However, if you do decide to use G, be informed on the risks involved and how to be as safe as possible.

What is it?

• G is the name given to the drugs GHB (gamma hydroxybutyrate) and GBL (gamma butyrolactone).
• Other names include G, Gina, Liquid E and Liquid ecstasy.
• GHB is an odourless, oily liquid, with a slightly salty taste, usually sold in small bottles or capsules. The effects usually occur within 15-20 minutes and last up to 3-4 hours.
• GBL is a liquid with a chemical smell and taste. GBL is a precursor to GHB, which means that it is converted to GHB inside your body after swallowing. It has a faster onset of action than GHB, and is often more potent – so a smaller dose is required to have the same effect.
• G is usually swallowed in its liquid form, often mixed with water or a soft drink. Never mix G with alcohol as these 2 substances interact and can lead to death. Less often it is snorted or inhaled. Injecting G is dangerous.

What does it do?

• Both GHB and GBL are depressant drugs which can produce a high with small doses, and cause sedation with only slightly higher doses. People report that G makes them feel euphoric, with a loss of inhibitions, increased confidence, and a higher sex drive.

What are the risks?

• It is easy to overdose on G, as there is not much difference (less than one millilitre) between a dose that gets a person high, and a dose that has them “going under” – becoming unconscious and unresponsive sometime.

Is G illegal?

• GHB and GBL are both Class B drugs - but GBL is available for legitimate use in industry. However, if someone supplies or possesses them, they have to show the Seller's lisence (we provide it).