Withdrawal Times
Varies depending on a range of factors but is usually between 5-10 days.
Dangers from withdrawal symptoms
As with chronic alcohol addiction, withdrawal from GHB/GBL dependency should be done under medical supervision and preferably on an inpatient basis. It can be dangerous to suddenly stop taking GHB/GBL.
Withdrawal effects are similar to chronic alcohol dependence and benzodiazepine dependence. Symptoms include anxiety, insomnia, tremor, confusion, nausea, vomiting, hypertension and tachycardia. Symptoms can start very quickly, one or two hours after the last dose and may rapidly progress to a state of uncontrolled delirium and agitation. Rhabdomyolysis and seizures have occurred. In such cases, transfer to a medical unit is indicated, and occasionally treatment in ICU may be required.