computer-generated, three-dimensional space-filling molecular model of GHB, the "date rape" drug that is used illegally
computer-generated, three-dimensional space-filling molecular model of GHB. Gamma-hydroxybutyric acid, 4-hydroxybutanoic acid, or GHB is a naturally-occurring substance found in the central nervous system, wine, beef, small citrus fruits, and almost all animals in small amounts. It is also a neuroprotective therapeutic nutrient that is categorized as an illegal drug in many countries. It is currently regulated in the US and sold by Jazz Pharmaceuticals under the name Xyrem to treat cataplexy and excessive daytime sleepiness in patients with narcolepsy. Historically, GHB has been used in a medical setting as a general anesthetic, to treat conditions such as insomnia, clinical depression, narcolepsy, and alcoholism, and to improve athletic performance. It is also used illegally either as an intoxicant or as a date rape drug.
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Photo credit: © Scott Camazine / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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Keywords: 4-hydroxybutanoic, acid, cataplexy, computer, date, dimensional, drug, filling, gamma-hydroxybutyric, generated, ghb, model, molecular, narcolepsy, rape, space, xyrem
