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Is Your Friend Rolling?

Here are some basic ways to tell if a friend or someone you know is on Ecstasy, most of these are pretty obvious and basic, but them more you know, the more you can be aware, and make sure that they are safe.


If The Person is:

-Drinking absurd amounts of water
-Grinding his or her teeth constantly
-Touching or massaging objects or fabrics
-Suffering from massive pupils
-Refusing to eat
-Wanting to move around frequently
-Making friends with everyone around him or her
-Stating out loud personal or detailed information about him or herself

Any of these can be a sign that this person is rolling.

Mixing "X" with Other Drugs

Though some people think it's a good idea, as a general rule, it's not the smartest bet. Here are some of the complications that can arise when E is mixed with other drugs.

When Mixed With:

Alcohol: Reduces the E high, increases amount of strain on the liver, can make the "come down" worse, can increase dehydration (which means spending more money on drinks)

Weed: Sometimes combined with X to prolong the effects, can also help with the "come down", as well as calming down the user

Tobacco: No known effects

Amphetamines (Examples: Ritalin,Adderal,Vivans): Can increase anxiety, puts a strain on the kidneys, and can make the user paranoid

LSD: This is known as "canyflipping". LSD is mixed with X to intensify the effects of both drugs. This has become very popular in the U.S., as the "trip" is reportedly "wonderful, intense, and out of this world".

Ecstasy Dosages

These are the average amounts of X consumed by a person on a given day. The after effects of X can be felt for up to 24 hours.


Threshold 30 mg

-Common for small or sensitive people 50 - 75 mg

-Common for most people 75 - 125 mg

-Common for large or unsensitive people 125 - 175 mg

-Time till Effects are noticed : 20 - 70 minutes (depending on quality and stomach contents)

-Duration : 3 - 5 hours

The Positive Effects Of Ecstasy, (why you take it)

These are the various upsides of taking X, keep in mind you may not experience all of these, or you may experience all at once.


Positive Effects Include:

-Visual Distortion/Hallucination (colors seem brighter and can move in slow motion, objects can give off an "aura"
-Feelings of warmness
-Increased happiness
-Increased joy in basic activities
-Increase in energy
-awareness of one's senses
-increase in physical stimuli (things feel great, such as hugging, touching, and kissing)
-Heightened Epiphanies (positive realizations about yourself)

The Negative Side Effects of Ecstasy

This is a wide list of the various negative effects that can come from Ecstasy. Keep in mind, just because they are listed doesn't mean that they will happen to you.



Side Effects Include:

-Loss of appetite
-rapid eye jiggling
-shivering
-overheating
-dehydration
-muscle tension
-vomiting
-erectile dysfunction
-fatigue

More Serious Effects Include:

-Heart Failure
-Liver Failure
-Brain Damage
-Depression
-Neurotoxicity
-Hyponatremia
-Death

The Basics of Ecstasy

Ecstasy has always been thought of a taboo, and very dangerous drug. Deemed a "club drug", "X" is primarily used at "dance clubs, raves, and large musical events" (Interscience). Everyone knows that "X" is "bad" for you, that it can kill you, and that it can cause brain damage. However the point of this blog is not to attempt some pointless anti-drug campaign, rather, it is to provide reliable, and informative advice about Ecstasy. I have no control, nor do I care if you choose to take it or not. I'm not going to convince why you should or shouldn't take it, rather, I will merely inform you of the side effects, expectations, upsides, downsides, and everything in between, so enjoy.