MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine) commonly known as "Molly" or "Ecstasy" is a recreational drug that has been used fuel the party scene since the 1980's. If you wanted to see 5 awesome facts about this drug, you've come to the right place!
#1 Therapeutic Value
Although MDMA is labeled as an illegal substance many researchers have found that MDMA has actually been an aid in treating people diagnosed with PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress disorder) as well as anxiety in terminal cancer patients.
#2 Spin Off
When taking MDMA the drug floods the human brain with serotonin giving the user a swell/rush of pure euphoria. It is also very common that the user will experience an increased sense of sound making users "feel" the music as well an increased sense in intimacy.
#3 The Comedown
After the effects of the MDMA wear off from the initial dose, users will experience a low known as a comedown. Other symptoms that can arise from taking MDMA are anxiety, paranoia and depression. Some users have also reported that they felt little to no symptoms after taking MDMA in low recreational doses.
#4 Over-hydration
Although it is commonly known to stay hydrated when taking MDMA or any other substance (especially in hot temperatures) often times users are unaware of the dangers that surround drinking too much water. In some reported incidents users have experienced Hyponatremia from drinking too much water while on MDMA, this leads to low sodium levels in the blood due to high dilution of too much water in the body which can be fatal.
#5 Invention Of MDMA
MDMA was invented in 1912 by Merck pharmaceutical laboratories as an appetite suppressant but it was never licensed as a prescription drug. although it also had uses in the military it was made illegal in 1985.
~Substance Society
