GHB is a drug that some people combine with sex, since it gives an increased sex drive and less inhibitions. The risk of overdose is high, and we want to challenge the myth that there are no measures to take that are likely to reduce the risk of GHB overdose.

This article takes a look at some of the most important effects and risks to bear in mind when (or ideally before) having sex on uppers.

Read «Casper`s» advices for organizing chems*x parties

Combining party with dietary supplements

The term “downers” commonly refers to drugs whose effects are sedating or relaxing. While this term can be used for a wide range of drugs from alcohol or cannabis to opioids, the most commonly encountered downers in chemsex will probably be alcohol, GHB/GBL, ketamine and benzodiazepines.

Chemfriendly Norway has some practical tips for people combining BDSM and chemsex, to ensure that the participants experience the least amount of risk, with the most possible benefits.

Understanding and Managing Chemsex Triggers

Today, while queer men drive most activism around chemsex, trans people are often excluded, forgotten, or inappropriately categorized in "MSM" discussions.