Ecstasy (MDMA): Effects, Risks & Information

Ecstasy (MDMA/Molly) is a psychoactive stimulant/hallucinogen producing euphoria, energy, sociability. Typically a white/off-white powder taken orally or snorted; effects begin in 30–60 minutes, lasting hours.

Effects

• Euphoria, happiness
• Increased energy, alertness
• Enhanced sociability, closeness
• Reduced inhibitions
• Heightened sensory perception
• Altered time perception
• Mild visual/auditory hallucinations

Risks

• Dehydration, hyperthermia
• Heart problems, seizures
• Kidney/liver damage
• Death
• Dangerous interactions with alcohol, cannabis, cocaine

Ecstasy is potentially dangerous; use with extreme caution and awareness of risks.