GHB: The ‘date rape’ drug can be highly addictive and deadly

Partyers take it to get high. Bodybuilders and athletes take it as an alternative to steroids.

By Christine Vendel
McClatchy Newspapers

“Partyers sip it to get high. Taking a capful is akin to drinking five beers in five minutes with a little PCP on top, experts say. But drink too much and you may never wake up. Bodybuilders and athletes use it as an alternative to steroids, thinking it makes them bigger and stronger. But it can send users into psychosis and ruin their bodies. “

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