MUMAI Think it through and KNOW THE FACTS so you and your friends can make INFORMED DECISIONS and STAY SAFE tog ether. Ecstasy IE, X, XTC, rolls, thizz] is an illegal etic amphetamine lstimu lanti. Ecstasy pile us ually contain Eli]-125 mg of MDMA. out can vary widely in strength and purity [from mg Since ecstasy is not regulated. and is often cut with other su bslances or more dangerous drugs, can never be sure what youre really getting. felt within El]-Bl] minutes, pe-ollt within 1- hours, and subside tlflel' 3-5 hours and may include elevated mood and one rglr. enhanced sensations. and a sense of emotional colnnet: tedness. Ecstasy also increases heart rate, blood pres-sure, body temperature, and muscle tens/ion Ilike teeth gri-ndingl. lweelt or longerl can include depress-ion, anxiety, irritability, muscle langue. insomnia. and difficulty concelnlraling. It may lake your body sfeveml weeks or more 11: completely recuperate. Most medical emergencies or deaths are heart probliml or complications loom lwperthermia [increased bodyierriperaturel and heponatremia [electrolyte imbalance [rom drinking mo Repeated or high-dose use Islackingl can have long-term consequence-so including impaired memory, and brain or liver damage. Esulotlng unto re -experience the some effect may mean youre developing tolerance or becoming addicted. . Take frequent breaks Let your body cool and rest. Stay hydrated Sip or take small gulps of water [to help cool your hodyl and non-caffeinated sports-drin ks like Gatorade [to replenish Alcohol and caffeine dehydrates the body. Don't mix Taking ecstasy with other substances [especially alcohol or other stimulants! can increase the ri5ks. and lead to potentially dangerous interactions. Recognize overdoses Signs include extreme headaches, na usea, confusion, blurred vision, inability to talk, racing heart, vomiting, fainting, muscle tremors. and convulsions. Seek medical help if you or your friends experience even just one sign. Keep an on your friends stay together. Don't drive Ecstasy affects physical and mental functioning Ilike vision. reaction tirne. and judgmentl. Aim low [dose AND frequencyl Ecstasy risks increase with larger doses [slacking] and re-dosing when you start to come down. Stay away The only way to completely avoid the risks is to avoid the drug. enjoy the n'|usic and dancing instead. Educate yourself 8| your friends The best decision is a vvell-info rmed one.