Gamma-hydroxybutyrate
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| Formula | C4H8O3 |
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| Classification | Hydroxybutyrates |
| Other names | γ-Hydroxybutyric acid; γ-Hydroxybutyrate; GHB |
| Onset of action | Within 5–15 min |
| Metabolism | blood |
| Elimination half-life | 30–60 minutes |
| IUPAC ID | 4-Hydroxybutanoic acid, Sodium 4-hydroxybutanoate |
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| ID | 2173628 |
About Gamma-hydroxybutyrate
gamma-Hydroxybutyric acid or γ-Hydroxybutyric acid, also known as 4-hydroxybutanoic acid, is a naturally occurring neurotransmitter and a psychoactive drug. It is a precursor to GABA, glutamate, and glycine in certain brain areas. It acts on the GHB receptor and is a weak agonist at the GABAB receptor.