wow
there is a boatload of misinformation in these posts! And as usual, the truth(?) is somewhere inbetween. First, gbl/ghb/and 1,4-butanediol are all different drugs. Of the three, ghb and gbl are the most similar in chemical nature, effects, and metabolism. I have used all three extensively and find that gbl/ghb are quite similar, 1,4 by the nature of its metabolism is a little different. The drawback to 1,4- is that it is metabolized by the liver(read that stressfull to the liver) and when used with alcohol and other drugs metabolized by the liver the effects of the drugs are extended and magnified since they compete for the same metabolic pathway. The other big problem that I see here is the proliferation of blackmarket sources that do not let you know the purity of the drug, if the drug is only 99% pure(pretty good right?) what are the contaminants in that other 1%? Feeling a little funny after taking this stuff? Probably because you are slowly poisoning yourself with impurities. The sleep aid myth is another problem. I think it is a rare individual who takes any of the three and sleeps soundly thru the night. For me the effects usually last about 2-3hrs, after that if I took a small dose, 1-2ml) I am able to drop back to sleep. If I take larger doses, I find that I need to take another dose to fall asleep. I have been down that road before and if followed to its logical conclusion, you end up dosing every two hours in order to sleep, NOT A GOOD IDEA! So lets see, possibly contaminated, ultimately casues sleep disorders and dependancy, can lead to serious complication when taken with other competing drugs like alcohol and barbs, causes stress to the liver. All in all, I would have to say that it would be a good idea to stay away from these drugs. Oh, did I mention that some or all (depending on the state) are scheduled drugs that can lead to arrest, fines, and possible imprisonment?
Having said all that before the defensive flames begin, you are all big boys and entitled to make your own decisions, I have.
