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Molly (Drug)

Molly is a street name for MDMA sold as powder or crystal, a stimulant and empathogen linked to nightlife and party culture that carries real health risks.

Molly is a street name for MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine) sold as powder or crystals. The name suggests it is purer than pressed Ecstasy pills, but that is often not true, and samples are frequently cut with other drugs. MDMA produces euphoria, emotional openness, and heightened senses, which is why it shows up in LGBTQ+ nightlife, circuit parties, and festivals. It also carries serious risks: overheating, dangerously low sodium from overhydration, and cardiac strain, especially when mixed with other substances. Harm reduction steps like testing, hydration balance, and rest matter in communities where its use is common.

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