Ecstasy is a very popular designer drug. It is said to give complete euphoria for up to 6 hours. It came around in the 80's and is becoming more popular now. It's real name is MDMA (3,4-Methylenedioxy-N-Methylamphetamine). It is a dangerous high and is more popular with young people. In the following paragraphs are some information about the drug.
Ecstasy is sold on the streets and is illegal as a schedule 1 drug, along with heroin and cocaine. It has many street names like beans, X, E, rolls, etc... Ecstasy can range anywhere from $5 to $25 and is usually a 100-150 mg pill. It's known as the "love drug" because you are supposed to be very generous and friendly when on the drug.
Effects generally happen within 20-40 minutes, when the user often experiences a brief "rush" of energy, usually described as mild but euphoric. After this rush, the high levels off to a peak which lasts 2-3 hours and is followed by a "coming down" sensation. MDMA exerts amphetamine-like effects which......
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