Effects of GHB on psychomotor and driving performance

Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (γ-hydroxybutyrate or GHB) is a physiological compound of mammalians with specific receptors in central nervous system (CNS). Apart from an endogenous production, GHB is also an exogenous molecule found in pharmaceutical as well as in illicit formulations, and it shares the same binding sites and is. Products manufactured and spread in these two fields, whose borders are all but strictly defined and traced, differ for the in-vivo effects and for the potential of abuse. Products manufactured and spread in these two fields, whose borders are all but strictly defined and traced, differ for the in-vivo effects and for the potential of abuse. Illicit GHB gained public attention due to its use as a sexual assault facilitator. Notwithstanding its popularity, the effects on human performances, are still not completely understood and could be more complex than expected. Therefore, there is a real public safety concern regarding psychomotor functions and driving abilities due to GHB ingestion.