Empathogens
MDMA
Street names: Ecstasy (in pill form), Molly (powder), E, X, Adam
Overdose? Act now. Call emergency services — say "unresponsive, not breathing". Give naloxone for opioid-like signs. Hotlines
⚡What it does
- Euphoria, empathy, emotional closeness
- Energy, enhanced senses
- Music/social enhancement
⚠Key risks
- Overheating + dehydration (or fatal water intoxication)
- Serotonin depletion — multi-day comedown
- Pills often contain PMA/PMMA (deadly) or cathinones
✚Overdose signs
- Overheating, confusion
- Racing heart, seizures
- Jaw clenching, hallucinations
📋Quick facts
Also known asEcstasy (in pill form), Molly (powder), E, X, Adam
CategoryEmpathogens
Schedule / classSchedule I (US)
AppearanceWhite/off-white crystals or powder ('Molly'); pressed pills with logos ('XTC')
Street price~$10–$40 per pill; ~$30–$80 per gram powder
Legal statusSchedule I (US); Class A UK; controlled everywhere listed
Last updated2026-09-12
Sources: NIDA, DEA, EMCDDA
Category comparison — Empathogens
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDMA | Schedule I | Overheating + dehydration (or fatal water intoxication); Serotonin depletion — multi-day comedown | ~$10–$40 per pill |
| Molly (MDMA powder) | Schedule I | 'Molly' is a marketing term, not a guarantee — half of seized 'Molly' contains other drugs; Overheating, serotonin syndrome with antidepressants | ~$30–$80 per gram |
| XTC Pills (ecstasy tablets) | Schedule I | High-dose pills (200–300+ mg) cause severe toxicity; PMA/PMMA masquerading as ecstasy has killed many users (slow onset → double-dosing) | ~$10–$40 per pill |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does MDMA look like?
White/off-white crystals or powder ('Molly'); pressed pills with logos ('XTC')
What are the signs of a MDMA overdose?
Overheating, confusion; Racing heart, seizures; Jaw clenching, hallucinations Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Overheating + dehydration (or fatal water intoxication) Dependence can develop with regular use.
🔗Sources & further reading
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