Chronic use can lead to effects that take up to two years to wear off. Ketamine consumption carries with it a risk of psychological dependence. Herbal ecstacy is a CNS stimulant and can be found, like ephedrine, in diet pills. Products sold as herbal ecstacy may also contain caffeine. Street names for this drug include Cloud 9, Herbal Bliss, Ritual Spirit and Liquid X. Herbal ecstacy is sold in tablet form with no quality controls or governmental oversight, so the types and amounts of ingredients vary widely.
Some users report feelings of euphoria and enhanced sexual awareness.
Like all stimulants, effects include increased blood pressure, heart rate, respiration and body temperature.