Ecstasy
Relevant information on the drug Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, MDEA and MDA.

Chemical term
Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)
Methylenedioxyethylamphetamine (MDEA)
Methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA)
Description
'Ecstasy' refers to tablets containing MDMA, MDEA and MDA. These tablets come in different colours with different logos stamped on them. They are often sold in discos as well as night joints. People take them to enable them to dance all night and sometimes they die from exhaustion and dehydration.
Other controlled drugs such as Ketamine and Methamphetamine, and chemicals such as paracetamol and calcium carbonate are often mixed with ‘Ecstasy’. This may cause bad reactions to the body.
Effects and dangers
Increased heart rate and blood pressure
Jaw clenching, teeth grinding and uncontrollable shaking
Kidney, liver and brain damage
Long term memory loss
Chills, sweating and vomiting
Inability to think, see and co-ordinate properly
Hallucinations
Withdrawal symptoms
Anxiety, depression and uncontrollable fear
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Loss of control of senses and reality
Penalties
Possession of ‘Ecstasy’:
Up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment or a fine of $20,000 or both
Consumption of ‘Ecstasy’:
At least 1 year of imprisonment, up to a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment with a maximum fine of $20,000
Illegal traffic of ‘Ecstasy’:
At least 5 years of imprisonment and 5 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 20 years of imprisonment and 15 strokes of the cane
Illegal import or export of 'Ecstasy':
At least 5 years of imprisonment and 5 strokes of the cane, up to a maximum of 30 years of imprisonment and 15 strokes of the cane
