I've been addicted to it, among other things (amphetamines for a start) and luckily for me i dont have an addictive personality i guess becasue i always quit the drug before i go too far. i used to down 2 bottle of the gelcaps a night like i said. im really sorry to hear about your friend, i hope he's alright now ? anyway i think youre smart for wanting nothing to do with it.