1,4-Butanediol

Aliases: bd, 1,4-bd, 14bd

Summary

1,4-BD is a clear liquid with intoxicating effects. It is a pro-drug for GHB, and has similar though reportedly inferior effects. It also carries the potential for more health risks than GHB, such as liver toxicity.

Dose Information

Onset, Duration & After-effects

Onset: 10-45 minutes
Duration: 3-5 hours
After-effects: 2-4 hours

Effects

Anxiolytic
Sedative
Muscle Relaxant
Amnesia
Dystaxia
Hypnotic

Amnesia
Anxiety suppression
Cognitive euphoria
Dehydration
Disinhibition
Dizziness
Empathy, love, and sociability enhancement
Increased libido
Information processing suppression
Motor control loss
Nausea
Physical euphoria
Respiratory depression
Sedation
Stimulation
Thought deceleration

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