MDMA Weight Loss

Effects of MDMA on the Body

Acute Effects

• A person may experience the intoxicating effects of MDMA within 45 minutes or so after taking a single dose. Those effects include an enhanced sense of well-being, increased extroversion, emotional warmth, empathy toward others, and a willingness to discuss emotionally-charged memories. In addition, people report enhanced sensory perception after MDMA experience.
• MDMA can also cause several acute adverse health effects. For example, while fatal overdoses on MDMA are rare, they can potentially be life-threatening—including high blood pressure (hypertension), faintness, panic attacks, and in severe cases, a loss of consciousness and seizures.

Effects of Regular MDMA Use

Sleep disturbances, lack of appetite, concentration difficulties, depression, heart disease, and impulsivity have been associated with the regular use of MDMA. In addition, decreased cognitive function is one of the after effects of taking molly for two years. Some of these disturbances may not be directly attributable after MDMA. Still, they may be related to some of the other drugs often used in combination with MDMA, such as cocaine, alcohol, marijuana, or to adulterants commonly found in MDMA tablets. More research is needed to understand the specific effects after MDMA use.

Does MDMA Cause Weight Loss?

Unhealthy weight control behaviors are a common and increasing problem. on and increasing concern among females. Such behaviors include using laxatives, vomiting, fasting or skipping meals, diet pills, and overexercising to lose weight. Over time, unhealthy weight control behaviors can develop into clinical eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa or anorexia nervosa. In addition, the consequences of unhealthy weight control behaviors may include fatigue, dizziness, lack of energy, sore throat, abdominal pain, constipation, loss of dental enamel, pulmonary complications, cardiac problems, and pancreatitis.

Can Drugs Cause Weight Loss?

Weight loss can sometimes be a sign of addiction. Some substances, including cocaine and other amphetamines, methamphetamine, and MDMA (ecstasy), cause weight loss by altering how the body processes food. The changes that occur in your body after taking these drugs can lead to a significant drop in your weight. Stimulants can also lead to weight loss by acting on the central nervous system and speeding up brain processes, which can lead to feelings of decreased hunger.

Long-Term Effects of MDMA

Continued use of MDMA will cause much damage to the body’s health. 

Effects on the heart. Negative consequences on the user’s heart is one of the after effects of taking molly. These include hypertension, tachycardia, and the indirect effects on the heart caused by the suppression of appetite, thirst, and sleep. 

Effects on the brain. Studies have shown that after MDMA, an individual may have brain damage, including a shrinking of the brain, and a decrease in the hippocampus volume. The hippocampus becomes swollen and atrophied. A dysfunctional and damaged hippocampus is connected to memory loss diseases like Alzheimer’s.

Effects on the liver and lungs. A small number of people after MDMA influences have been seen to have liver damage. Liver damage may be caused by a compromised immune system. It is still unknown whether liver toxicity is caused after MDMA or by the other compounds found in the tablets. Collapsed lung cases have also been one of the after effects of taking molly.

Effects on blood. After MDMA abuse, a person may have high blood pressure, faintness, panic attacks, and in extreme cases, seizures and unconsciousness. The appetite is suppressed after MDMA intake, which is harmful to diabetics. 

Effects on sexual health. Women users may experience menstrual irregularity, reduced ovarian reserves, increased menstrual pain, and ovulatory dysfunction. MDMA use has a dramatic effect on the fertility of men. Male users often experience reduced libido, poor sperm count, and abnormally-shaped sperm.

Effects on the nose and mouth. Snorting MDMA will cause chemical burns in your mouth and nose. Excessive use creates holes in your nose (perforated septum). Your nose will become soft from the drug eating the cartilage. Another common effect of MDMA is nosebleed.

Mental health effects. More long-term effects of MDMA are psychological and emotional damage, such as strong extreme anxiety, emotional reactions, depression, and paranoia. You may also experience insomnia and sleep interruptions, disordered thinking, panic attacks, and delusions.

Should I Use MDMA to Lose Weight?

After Effects of Taking Molly

MDMA, or 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine, begins to produce its effects about 20 minutes after it is taken, and the drug’s effects usually last for 3 to 4 hours. Users can feel euphoric, energetic, confident, and affectionate towards others when taking MDMA. People who take a lot or have a strong batch of MDMA may experience floating sensations and hallucinations. Aside from that, the medication can cause unwanted side effects, such as:

• large pupils
• clenching jaw
• grinding teeth
• heightened senses
• sweating
• nausea or vomiting
• muscles aches and pains
• higher blood pressure and heartbeat
• reduced appetite
• anxiety
• paranoia
• irrational behavior

After MDMA, users can feel depressed, irritable, and anxious. They may have trouble sleeping and concentrating. They might experience a ‘hangover effect’ after taking the drug, in which they experience reduced appetite, disturbed sleep, and aches throughout their body.

MDMA Addiction Signs 

The development of a substance use disorder resulting from MDMA abuse would be labeled a hallucinogen use disorder under the current diagnostic scheme. However, some may refer to it as an ecstasy use disorder. According to the American Psychiatric Association (APA), the signs of a hallucinogen use disorder include:

• A routine of maladaptive use of MDMA that leads to significant distress in the person or significant problems with everyday functioning
• Frequent strong urges to use MDMA in various situations, such as stressful situations, situations where the user is happy, situations where the user is socializing, etc.
• Using tMDMA in situations where it is dangerous to do so
• Giving up important activities as a result of MDMA use
• Failing to fulfill essential obligations as a result of MDMA use
• The development of significant tolerance to MDMA
• Displaying issues controlling the use of MDMA that include the following:
  • Even though the individual has formally stated they wish to cut down or stop their drug use, they cannot do so.
  • The individual spends significant time trying to get the drug, using it, or recovering from it.
  • The individual continues to use MDMA even though it results in significant issues with their relationships, jobs, school, and other important areas.
  • Even though the individual recognizes that their drug use results in psychological or physical problems, they continue to use molly.

MDMA Risks of Overdose

High doses of MDMA can influence the body’s capacity to direct temperature. This can prompt a spike in internal heat levels that can occasionally bring about liver, kidney, heart failure, or even death. The drug’s utilization releases three chemicals in the brain: serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine. These are the brain’s neurotransmitters and impact sleep, mood, and appetite. Because MDMA affects the serotonin levels when the drug wears off, the user may feel depressed, agitated, and scared. MDMA overdose usually happens because of the mix of a wide range of drugs along with exhaustion

MDMA Addiction Treatment

If you have been using MDMA to lose weight, or if you or a loved one have been struggling with an Ecstasy addiction, professional treatment may be necessary in order to fully recover. From detoxification to individual therapy and relapse prevention, there are many benefits of visiting a professional center. 

Medically-Assisted Detox

Medical detox is often considered the first stage of treatment. It will help you navigate the complicated process of withdrawal, but it doesn’t address patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to drug abuse. Various treatment approaches and settings can help provide the ongoing support necessary to maintain long-term sobriety after you complete detox.

Cravings are very common during detox and can be challenging to overcome. This often leads to relapse. Constant medical care provided during inpatient treatment helps prevent relapse. Clinicians can provide necessary medication and medical expertise to lessen cravings and the effects of withdrawals.

Psychotherapy for Depression and Anxiety

Several different modalities of psychotherapy have been used in the treatment of depression including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – is an effective treatment that involves making changes in both the patterns of negative thoughts and the behavioral routines which are affecting the daily life of the depressed person for various forms of depression.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy – is a comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment program whose ultimate goal is to aid patients in their efforts to build a life worth living. The main goal of DBT is to help a person develop what is referred to as a “clear mind.” 
• Person-Centered Therapy – is a strategy that allows and encourages clients to understand and resolve their concerns in a safe, supportive environment.
• Solution Focused Therapy – is an approach interested in solutions that can be quickly implemented with a simple first step leading to further positive consequences.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment

Substance abuse and mental health disorders often co-occur. In many cases, traumatic experiences can result in a mental health disorder and substance abuse. Dual diagnosis rehabilitation treats both of these issues together. The best approach for the treatment of dual diagnosis is an integrated system. In this strategy, both the substance abuse problem and the mental disorder are treated simultaneously. Regardless of which diagnosis (mental health or substance abuse problem) came first, long-term recovery will depend largely on the treatment for both disorders done by the same team or provider.

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