"What to do if a GHB overdose occurs"
Wednesday January 29, 2003 11:45:03 PM -0800
http://www.erowid.org/
We must take care of our own.
Talk about what to do if a GHB overdose occurs
Since it's a more frequent occurrence that any of us would prefer...talking it through ahead of time can help those around you know what to do in case an overdose does happen.
Contact the events EMT, they are there for you.
Check their breathing.
Turn the individual on their side so if they vomit while unconscious
they won't choke.
If there is reason to think they are in danger, call help immediately. The most dangerous period is between 20 and 120 minutes after ingestion.
Try to find out what else they may have taken.
Always lean on the side of caution and safety.
Whenever someone becomes unconscious after taking a depressant, there is a risk of death. If someone begins vomiting and convulsing after taking GHB, the person should get medical attention immediately. If there is any question about someone's health, be safe. Do not be upset at others for calling doctors or ambulances if you find yourself waking up in a hospital, your friends and community have a right (and often a legal obligation) to call for help if someone's health is in danger.
It is very clear that GHB alone :
can interact very dangerously with alcohol
can cause unconsciousness
can cause vomiting
can suppress the gag reflex
can cause convulsions
may dangerously suppress breathing in some people
Wednesday January 29, 2003 11:45:03 PM -0800
http://www.erowid.org/
We must take care of our own.
Talk about what to do if a GHB overdose occurs
Since it's a more frequent occurrence that any of us would prefer...talking it through ahead of time can help those around you know what to do in case an overdose does happen.
Contact the events EMT, they are there for you.
Check their breathing.
Turn the individual on their side so if they vomit while unconscious
they won't choke.
If there is reason to think they are in danger, call help immediately. The most dangerous period is between 20 and 120 minutes after ingestion.
Try to find out what else they may have taken.
Always lean on the side of caution and safety.
Whenever someone becomes unconscious after taking a depressant, there is a risk of death. If someone begins vomiting and convulsing after taking GHB, the person should get medical attention immediately. If there is any question about someone's health, be safe. Do not be upset at others for calling doctors or ambulances if you find yourself waking up in a hospital, your friends and community have a right (and often a legal obligation) to call for help if someone's health is in danger.
It is very clear that GHB alone :
can interact very dangerously with alcohol
can cause unconsciousness
can cause vomiting
can suppress the gag reflex
can cause convulsions
may dangerously suppress breathing in some people