Originating in the Far East, it is reported that illegal laboratories in the UK are producing it. The drug comes in tablet or rock form and can be swallowed, smoked or injected. Side effects include paranoia, suicidal urges and kidney disorder. Click on one of the links below to find out more about a particular drug. Cannabis Ecstasy Ecstasy is a stimulant and increases brain activity.
Users report that it causes a sense of euphoria, followed by a feeling of calm.
They claim it makes them feel more sociable and increases their awareness of their surroundings. However, like many drugs, ecstasy is reported to exaggerate a person's existing mood. Ecstasy affects body temperature. When combined with dancing for long periods in a hot place, users can risk dehydration, which may be fatal. Large doses of the drug can cause anxiety, panic and confusion.