Okay, so you are at a rave with twelve super models and one of them offers you some ecstasy and of course you say “Yes”.  I mean, who is going to turn down a super model bearing gifts, right? I mean who hasn’t been in that situation? Now back to reality.  You’ve taken some “X” and now you have to pass a drug test.  What is ecstasy and how long does it stay detectable in your system?

The scientific name for ecstasy is MDMA and it is an illegal synthetic drug with hallucinogenic properties and has an effect similar to amphetamines.  The chemical structure of ecstasy is very much like methamphetamines and it was originally produced as a diet aid.  The drug itself produces an energizing and euphoric feeling which lasts three to six hours which is why it is sometimes referred to as “The Love Drug”.

Some people experience a lost sense of time and a heightened change in perception, particularly the sense of touch.  Others may experience the negative effects such as anxiousness, agitation or dizziness and faintness. Ecstasy can also elevate blood pressure and heart rate while increasing muscle tension.  Blurred vision, dehydration and clenching of teeth may also be some side effects.  When the ecstasy wears off many people may feel depressed, anxious or sad and have some memory loss for several days after ingesting the ecstasy.  High levels of ecstasy may increase the danger of seizures and cause an irregular heart beat.

Ecstasy may be detected in the urine up to forty eight hours after a single usage and a little longer for habitual users.  In the saliva it may be detectable up to twenty four hours after a single use.  Ecstasy may be detected as an amphetamine in a drug test since it contains many similar properties as amphetamines.  People with a larger body mass may have the drug detectable for a longer period of time than people who have a smaller body fat ratio and have a faster metabolism.

So if you have recently used ecstasy and have a drug test coming up and you think that the drug will show up on your test make sure you get a detox drink or detox mouthwash to help you pass your test.