GHB Withdrawal

The withdrawal symptoms from GHB use have been compared to be similar to that of alcohol.  The heavy users, those whom are using GHB every two to three hours within a 24 hour period, are more likely to experience the severe withdrawal symptoms.

Withdrawal symptoms can occur immediately after the drug has been stopped.  These symptoms include the following:

• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Tremors

Unfortunately these symptoms can rapidly progress into delirium for the user, and will take effect within hours after use.

Most GHB withdrawal symptoms can last for 1 to 24 hours; however, it can progress to last 1 to 6 days and even go further to last 7 to 14 days.  When it has reached this point, medical attention should be sought right away.

Long term use will cause the following symptoms to increase in intensity:

• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Tremors
• Confusion
• Delirium
• Hallucinations
• Hypertension
• Vomiting

GHB withdrawal can be managed properly at a well staffed drug rehab, drug treatment, and/or drug detox center.  In most cases a medical detox is required; yet, this depends on the frequency and amount of use. Other signs and symptoms have also been known to occur after use has been stopped.  Such as:

• Anorexia
• Abdominal cramps
• Nightmares
• Impaired concentration
• Delusions
• Elevated temperature
• Dehydration

One of the most dangerous symptoms of GHB withdrawal is when the users experience no willingness to eat or keep hydrated.  In most cases a person will have to be on a IV to keep them selves hydrated.

Last Updated on Friday, 18 June 2010 14:43