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Other names
doves, E, MDA, MDMA, mitshibishis, pills, XTC
Not addictive but can cause psychological dependency. It is easy to develop
a tolerance so user has to take more of the drug to get the same
effect.
Takes about half hour after taking for effects to start. Gives
user an energy high that lasts between 3 and 6 hours, followed
by a slow comedown.
Sounds, colours and emotions feel more intense, dilates the users
pupils, produces a tingly feeling, tightens the jaw muscles, raises
the body temperature, makes the heart beat faster and makes people
more chatty.
Short-term effects can include anxiety, panic attacks, confused
episodes, first time epileptic fits and paranoia.
Evidence suggests that long term use can cause depression, personality
change and memory loss.
Has been linked to liver, kidney and heart problems.
Ecstasy makes people feel very hot (inside and outside) so they
need to try and keep cool.
Small amounts of water should be sipped at regular intervals –
for example, making a pint of water last for about an hour. If
you drink too much water your body cant cope with it and you can
end up with brain swelling which can put people in a coma.
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