The chemical name for ecstasy is 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA). MDMA is a chemically produced drug that can produce hallucinogenic and stimulant effects. The effects usually begin within an hour and may last four to six hours.
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Ecstasy alone is risky, but ecstasy containing other harmful drugs is even more dangerous. Unknown to many users, ecstasy can and often does contain other harmful drugs, such as crystal meth, and/or other stimulants, depressants and hallucinogens, leaving you at even greater risk.