Drugs Information: Ecstasy

Substance: Ecstasy

Category: Stimulant/ Hallucinogen

Legal Status
Under the Misuse of Drugs Act, it is illegal to sell, possess or supply ecstasy. It is also an offence to allow one's premises to be a venue for cultivation, supply or consumption.

Short-term effects
Similar to general effects of low dose amphetamines plus feelings of empathy towards others. Deaths have occurred even at low doses with symptoms similar to heatstroke.

Long Term effects
Similar to amphetamines. Evidence of serious liver damage.

How long it stays in your system

Can last in your system approximately 3 days.

Scientific / Trade or Slang Name
Methylenedioxyamphetamine, MDMA, E, Adams, Eves, Street names inc. E, XTC, Doves, Disco Biscuits, Shamrock, Adam, Edward, Denis the Menace, Yokes.

Method of use
Swallowed as tablet or capsules.

NOTE:
The effect upon the individual of any drug may vary, depending on factors such as the expectations of the user, mood, amount used, the setting, tolerance, and whether it is mixed with other drugs, which can be fatal. Some of the drugs above are synthetic drugs which are produced in unregulated laboratories. As such they are rarely pure and are often altered with a range of toxic and other dangerous agents.