Liquid ecstasy is a street name for GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyrate)
- GHB is a party drug that produces feelings of euphoria, confidence, relaxation and sociability.
- Side effects of GHB can include drowsiness, vomiting, mood swings, dependence, as well as more serious symptoms of unconsciousness and respiratory collapse leading to coma or in extreme cases death.
- The risk of overdose increases when GHB is combined with other drugs such as alcohol, benzodiazepines and opioids.
- GHB is often known as ‘liquid ecstasy’ or ‘blue nitro’.
- GHB is usually swallowed or sometimes injected or inserted anally.
