The Risks
- As the drug kicks in, users may experience an initial rush of nervousness, and uncertainty, a tightening of the jaw, increase heart rate, sweating, and nausea. This is sometimes known as 'coming up'.
- Some users have reported a bad experience on ecstasy, including feelings of paranoia and confusion.
- Much depends on the content of the drug and the user's state of mind at the time.
- Ecstasy effects the body's thermostat.
- Dancing for long periods in a hot pace such as a club increases the chances of users overheating and/or dehydrating (see below for advice).