The Dangers of MDMA
A ’bad batch’ of MDMA could be the possible cause of 20 overdoses and tragically, a death on the weekend in and around the Chapel Street precinct in Melbourne. The Chapel Street precinct and its famous nightclubs have long been a popular area to go out at night.
Although it will be uncertain if all the overdoses are related until toxicology reports come back, this statistic in overdoses over one weekend, in the same area, is a very alarming spike. One man has been arrested after he was pointed out by nightclub staff as having sold MDMA to clients at the nightclub.
MDMA is a synthetic drug that gives the user a feeling of euphoria, increased energy and alertness, happiness and heightened perceptions. This creates a desirable high especially when out partying, dancing, socializing and so forth. It comes in tablet form, capsule, powder or liquid.
Coming down (the drug wearing off) from taking MDMA, can include extreme fatigue, anxiety, irritability and depression. After some time of using MDMA tolerance will build as with most drugs and the user want to take more and more to keep chasing the high and get the feeling of euphoria. Subsequently, the ’come down’ can become worse and worse.
The use of MDMA is not just reserved for going out, it is becoming more popular for parties at home or to use when with friends. It is also often used with other drugs like ice, speed, or special k.
As with most drugs, there is a danger of getting a bad batch or a batch that is cut with so many other synthetic chemicals and minimal MDMA and it is impossible to really tell a bad batch until it is too late. Overdose can occur when the body’s temperature rises too much and creates heatstroke and organ failure. As MDMA is often used along with long bouts of dancing, this danger is heightened.
If you suspect someone close to you is using MDMA and you are concerned for them or you need to discuss symptoms, please call us to have a discussion of what we can do to help.
Call 1300 88 7676
REFERENCE LINKS
https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/mdma-ecstasymolly
