Drug Name:GHB
Drug Class:Depressant
Mechanism of Action:Agonist at GABA-B receptors, increases GABA activity
Use:
  • Treatment of narcolepsy
  • Recreational use as a party drug
Side Effects:
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Confusion
  • Memory loss
  • Respiratory depression
  • Coma
Contraindications:
  • Pregnancy
  • Alcohol use
  • Use of other depressants
  • History of addiction or substance abuse
Specialty:
  • Neurology
  • Psychiatry
  • Emergency Medicine