Consequences of using Ecstasy

Ecstasy shuts off the body’s natural warning system. A user risks going beyond their physical limits and endurance.

Using Ecstasy in hot, crowded conditions found at indoor or outdoor raves can lead to extreme dehydration and overheating, muscle breakdown, kidney failure or fatal brain swelling.

Research shows that, after using Ecstasy, many people report depression, trouble concentrating, anxiety, aggression and irritability. Regular use can cause sleep disturbances, lack of appetite, heart disease and impulsive behavior.

Even days or weeks after taking it, users may still feel confused, experience anxiety or crave the drug.

Updated: 2025